Question 1

What's the difference between Fort Royal and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fort Royal is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Le Couvent Maison de Parfum (2018) dominated by Vanilla 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 5 accords: Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Fruity, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Fort Royal or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fort Royal scores 4.05/5 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 Fort Royal and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Fort Royal 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 Fort Royal vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fort Royal scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Fort Royal leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Fort Royal vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Black Opium (11)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Fort Royal	Black Opium
Brand	Le Couvent Maison de Parfum	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2018	2014
Evaluare	4.05	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	11