Question 1

What's the difference between Some With Arrows and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Some With Arrows is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Poesie (undated) 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, White Floral, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Some With Arrows or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Some With Arrows scores 5.00/5 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 Some With Arrows 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, Some With Arrows 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 Some With Arrows vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Some With Arrows scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Some With Arrows leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Some With Arrows vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Some With Arrows	Black Opium
Merk	Poesie	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	5.00	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11