Question 1

What's the difference between Le Batteur and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Le Batteur is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Claude Marsal Parfums (2016) dominated by Cacao 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: Vanilla, White Floral, Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Le Batteur or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Le Batteur scores 4.80/5 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 Le Batteur and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, White Floral, Warm Spicy, Woody, Sweet. 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, Le Batteur 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 Le Batteur vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Le Batteur scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Le Batteur leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Le Batteur vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Le Batteur (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Le Batteur	Black Opium
Merk	Claude Marsal Parfums	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2016	2014
Beoordeling	4.80	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11