Question 1

What's the difference between Les and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Les is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Boy Smells (2023) dominated by Floral 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 2 accords: Fruity, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Les or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Les scores 3.80/5 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 Les and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 2 accords, including Fruity, Soft Spicy, Pink Pepper, Jasmine, Vanilla. 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, Les 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 Les vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Les scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Les leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Les vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Les (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Les	Black Opium
Merk	Boy Smells	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.80	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	11