Question 1

What's the difference between Pure Brilliance and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Pure Brilliance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Celine Dion (2010) 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 3 accords: Fruity, White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Pure Brilliance or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pure Brilliance scores 3.79/5 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 Pure Brilliance and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, White Floral, Sweet, Pear. 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, Pure Brilliance 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 Pure Brilliance vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Pure Brilliance vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Pure Brilliance (9)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Pure Brilliance	Black Opium
Merk	Celine Dion	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2010	2014
Beoordeling	3.79	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	11