Question 1

What's the difference between Afternoon Delight and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Afternoon Delight is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2024) dominated by Vanilla 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: Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Afternoon Delight or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Afternoon Delight scores 3.53/5 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 Afternoon Delight 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, Afternoon Delight 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 Afternoon Delight vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Afternoon Delight vs Black Opium

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Cecha	Afternoon Delight	Black Opium
Marka	Maison Martin Margiela	Yves Saint Laurent
Rok	2024	2014
Ocena	3.53	3.94
Stężenie	—	—
Płeć	feminine	feminine
Łączna liczba nut	0	11