Question 1

What's the difference between After Hours and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

After Hours is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Sol de Janeiro (2023) 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 5 accords: Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, After Hours or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, After Hours scores 4.02/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, After Hours sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). 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 After Hours and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, White Floral. After Hours: The provided community opinions do not contain any discussion or mentions of the perfume 'After Hours' by Sol de Janeiro. 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, After Hours 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 After Hours vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

After Hours scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. After Hours leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

After Hours vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru After Hours (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — After Hours

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	After Hours	Black Opium
Brand	Sol de Janeiro	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2023	2014
Evaluare	4.02	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	9	11