Question 1

What's the difference between Borea and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Borea is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tiziana Terenzi (2019) dominated by White Floral 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, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Borea or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Borea scores 3.78/5 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 Borea and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Pear. 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, Borea 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 Borea vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Borea vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Borea (8)

Unice pentru Black Opium (7)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Borea	Black Opium
Brand	Tiziana Terenzi	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2019	2014
Evaluare	3.78	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	12	11