Question 1

What's the difference between Femme Noir and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Femme Noir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jean Marc Paris (2021) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Femme Noir or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Femme Noir scores 4.16/5 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 Femme Noir and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Patchouli. 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, Femme Noir 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 Femme Noir vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Femme Noir vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Femme Noir (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (9)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Femme Noir	Black Opium
Brand	Jean Marc Paris	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2021	2014
Evaluare	4.16	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	8	11