Question 1

What's the difference between Kikey and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Kikey is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Giardino Benessere (2024) dominated by Fruity accords. Black Opium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2014) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 5 accords: Fruity, Sweet, White Floral, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Kikey or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Kikey scores 3.70/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. Black Opium's standout strength: Versatile statement fragrance choice mentioned in community recommendations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Kikey and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, White Floral, Vanilla, Woody. Black Opium: Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Kikey or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Kikey vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Kikey scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Kikey leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Kikey vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Kikey (12)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Kikey	Black Opium
Merk	Giardino Benessere	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2024	2014
Beoordeling	3.70	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	14	11