Question 1

What's the difference between Sweet Rose and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Rose is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from La Rive (undated) dominated by Rose 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: Vanilla, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Sweet Rose or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Sweet Rose 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 Sweet Rose and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 2 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Pink Pepper, Pear, Vanilla. 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, Sweet Rose 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 Sweet Rose vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Sweet Rose scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Sweet Rose leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Sweet Rose vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (3)

Uniek voor Sweet Rose (6)

Uniek voor Black Opium (8)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

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Eigenschap	Sweet Rose	Black Opium
Merk	La Rive	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	3.51	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11