Question 1

What's the difference between Peng Lai and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Peng Lai is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums Berdoues (2018) 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, Sweet, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Peng Lai or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Peng Lai scores 3.82/5 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 Peng Lai and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Vanilla, Orange Blossom, Vanilla. 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, Peng Lai 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 Peng Lai vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Peng Lai vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Peng Lai (11)

Unice pentru Black Opium (9)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

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Atribut	Peng Lai	Black Opium
Brand	Parfums Berdoues	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2018	2014
Evaluare	3.82	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	13	11