Question 1

What's the difference between Something Wild and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Something Wild is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Derek Lam 10 Crosby (2015) dominated by Vanilla 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 4 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Something Wild or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Something Wild scores 3.91/5 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 Something Wild 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, Something Wild 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 Something Wild vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Something Wild vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Something Wild	Black Opium
Merk	Derek Lam 10 Crosby	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2015	2014
Beoordeling	3.91	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11