Question 1

What's the difference between Warm Amber and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Warm Amber is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mary Kay (2008) dominated by Woody 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 3 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Warm Amber or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Warm Amber scores 3.85/5 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 Warm Amber 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, Warm Amber 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 Warm Amber vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Warm Amber scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Warm Amber leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Warm Amber vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Warm Amber	Black Opium
Merk	Mary Kay	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2008	2014
Beoordeling	3.85	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11