Question 1

What's the difference between Like Diamond and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Like Diamond is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums Genty (2017) 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, Woody, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Like Diamond or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Like Diamond scores 3.00/5 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 Like Diamond 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, Like Diamond 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 Like Diamond vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Like Diamond vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Like Diamond	Black Opium
Merk	Parfums Genty	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	3.00	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11