Question 1

What's the difference between Breath Taking and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Breath Taking is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Pacifica (undated) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Vanilla, Sweet, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Breath Taking or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Breath Taking scores 4.34/5 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 Breath Taking 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, Breath Taking 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 Breath Taking vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Breath Taking vs Black Opium

Podsumowanie porównania

Unikalne dla Black Opium (11)

Wspólne akordy (4)

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Pozytywny

Negatywny

Cecha	Breath Taking	Black Opium
Marka	Pacifica	Yves Saint Laurent
Rok	—	2014
Ocena	4.34	3.94
Stężenie	—	—
Płeć	feminine	feminine
Łączna liczba nut	0	11