Question 1

What's the difference between Swietenia and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Swietenia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from The Body Shop (2016) dominated by Citrus 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, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Swietenia or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Swietenia scores 4.19/5 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 Swietenia and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, Orange Blossom. 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, Swietenia 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 Swietenia vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Swietenia scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Swietenia leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Swietenia vs Black Opium

Podsumowanie porównania

Wspólne nuty (3)

Unikalne dla Swietenia (6)

Unikalne dla Black Opium (8)

Wspólne akordy (4)

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Pozytywny

Negatywny

Cecha	Swietenia	Black Opium
Marka	The Body Shop	Yves Saint Laurent
Rok	2016	2014
Ocena	4.19	3.94
Stężenie	—	—
Płeć	feminine	feminine
Łączna liczba nut	9	11