Question 1

What's the difference between Urban and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Urban is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Verset Parfums (undated) 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, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Urban or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Urban scores 4.17/5 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 Urban 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, Urban 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 Urban vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Urban vs Black Opium

Podsumowanie porównania

Unikalne dla Urban (3)

Unikalne dla Black Opium (11)

Wspólne akordy (3)

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Pozytywny

Negatywny

Cecha	Urban	Black Opium
Marka	Verset Parfums	Yves Saint Laurent
Rok	—	2014
Ocena	4.17	3.94
Stężenie	—	—
Płeć	masculine	feminine
Łączna liczba nut	3	11