Question 1

What's the difference between Living Grace and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Living Grace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Philosophy (2012) 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 1 accord: White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Living Grace or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Living Grace scores 3.94/5 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 Living Grace 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, Living Grace 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 Living Grace vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Living Grace scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Living Grace leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Living Grace vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Black Opium (11)

Acorduri comune (1)

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Întrebări frecvente

Atribut	Living Grace	Black Opium
Brand	Philosophy	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2012	2014
Evaluare	3.94	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	11