Question 1

What's the difference between Choco Violette and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Choco Violette is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mancera (2016) dominated by Powdery 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: Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Choco Violette or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Choco Violette scores 3.91/5 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 Choco Violette and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Woody, Warm Spicy, Vanilla. 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, Choco Violette 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 Choco Violette vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Choco Violette scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Choco Violette leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Choco Violette vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (1)

Unice pentru Choco Violette (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (10)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Choco Violette	Black Opium
Brand	Mancera	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2016	2014
Evaluare	3.91	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	7	11