Question 1

What's the difference between Tropicale and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Tropicale is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Oscar de la Renta (2018) dominated by Citrus 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: Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Tropicale or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Tropicale scores 4.00/5 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 Tropicale and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, Orange Blossom. 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, Tropicale 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 Tropicale vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Tropicale scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Tropicale leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Tropicale vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Tropicale (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Tropicale	Black Opium
Merk	Oscar de la Renta	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2018	2014
Beoordeling	4.00	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	10	11