Question 1

What's the difference between Downtown and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Downtown is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Calvin Klein (2013) 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 4 accords: Fruity, White Floral, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Downtown or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Downtown scores 3.48/5 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 Downtown and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, White Floral, Sweet, Woody, 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, Downtown 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 Downtown vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Downtown vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Downtown (9)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Downtown	Black Opium
Brand	Calvin Klein	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2013	2014
Evaluare	3.48	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	12	11