Question 1

What's the difference between Lipa and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Lipa is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Manufaktura (undated) dominated by Yellow 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 3 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Lipa or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Lipa scores 4.21/5 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 Lipa and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, 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, Lipa 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 Lipa vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Lipa vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Lipa (6)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Lipa	Black Opium
Merk	Manufaktura	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	4.21	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	11