Question 1

What's the difference between Light Roast and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Light Roast is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ganache Parfums (undated) dominated by Coffee 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: Coffee, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Light Roast or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Light Roast scores 4.38/5 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 Light Roast and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Light Roast 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 Light Roast vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Light Roast scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Light Roast leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Light Roast vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Light Roast	Black Opium
Merk	Ganache Parfums	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	4.38	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11