Question 1

What's the difference between Inara and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Inara is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Swiss Arabian (undated) 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 3 accords: Fruity, Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Inara or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Inara scores 3.97/5 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 Inara and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Woody, Warm Spicy, Jasmine, Cedar. 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, Inara 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 Inara vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Inara vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Inara (8)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Inara	Black Opium
Brand	Swiss Arabian	Yves Saint Laurent
An	—	2014
Evaluare	3.97	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	11	11