Question 1

What's the difference between Сleopatra's Eye and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Сleopatra's Eye is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Cosmogony (2024) dominated by Vanilla 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, Fruity, Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Сleopatra's Eye or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Сleopatra's Eye scores 3.28/5 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 Сleopatra's Eye and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Fruity, 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, Сleopatra's Eye 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 Сleopatra's Eye vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Сleopatra's Eye scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Сleopatra's Eye leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Сleopatra's Eye vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Сleopatra's Eye (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Сleopatra's Eye	Black Opium
Merk	Cosmogony	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2024	2014
Beoordeling	3.28	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	11