Question 1

What's the difference between Ekhtiari and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Ekhtiari is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lattafa Perfumes (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, Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Ekhtiari or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ekhtiari scores 3.75/5 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 Ekhtiari and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Jasmine. 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, Ekhtiari 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 Ekhtiari vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Ekhtiari vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Ekhtiari (5)

Unice pentru Black Opium (9)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Ekhtiari	Black Opium
Brand	Lattafa Perfumes	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2019	2014
Evaluare	3.75	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	7	11