Question 1

What's the difference between Summertime and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Summertime is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Milton Lloyd (undated) dominated by 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 2 accords: White Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Summertime or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Summertime scores 4.08/5 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 Summertime and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including White Floral, Woody, Jasmine, Patchouli. 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, Summertime 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 Summertime vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Summertime scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Summertime leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Summertime vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Summertime (6)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Summertime	Black Opium
Merk	Milton Lloyd	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	4.08	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	11