Question 1

What's the difference between Silkway and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Silkway is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Liu Jo (2023) dominated by Sweet 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, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Silkway or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Silkway scores 3.51/5 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 Silkway and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Pear, Pink Pepper. 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, Silkway 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 Silkway vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Silkway scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Silkway leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Silkway vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (5)

Uniek voor Silkway (7)

Uniek voor Black Opium (6)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Silkway	Black Opium
Merk	Liu Jo	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.51	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	12	11