Question 1

What's the difference between Ishraq Gold and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Ishraq Gold is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Orientica (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, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Ishraq Gold or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ishraq Gold scores 4.10/5 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 Ishraq Gold and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Warm Spicy, Sweet, White Floral, Coffee. 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, Ishraq Gold 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 Ishraq Gold vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Ishraq Gold scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Ishraq Gold leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Ishraq Gold vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Ishraq Gold (5)

Unice pentru Black Opium (7)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Ishraq Gold	Black Opium
Brand	Orientica	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2018	2014
Evaluare	4.10	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	9	11