Question 1

What's the difference between Whitelight and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Whitelight is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ghost (2016) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Whitelight or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Whitelight 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 Whitelight and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Pear, Jasmine. 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, Whitelight 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 Whitelight vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Whitelight vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Whitelight (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Whitelight	Black Opium
Merk	Ghost	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2016	2014
Beoordeling	4.00	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11