Question 1

What's the difference between Untold and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Untold is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Elizabeth Arden (2013) dominated by White 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 4 accords: White Floral, Fruity, Soft Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Untold or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Untold scores 3.81/5 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 Untold and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Fruity, Soft Spicy, Sweet, Pear. 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, Untold 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 Untold vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Untold vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Untold (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

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Eigenschap	Untold	Black Opium
Merk	Elizabeth Arden	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2013	2014
Beoordeling	3.81	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11