Question 1

What's the difference between Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Naomi Campbell (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, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet scores 3.77/5 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 Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, White Floral, Pear, Jasmine. 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, Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet 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 Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet (6)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

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Atribut	Prêt à Porter Absolute Velvet	Black Opium
Brand	Naomi Campbell	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2018	2014
Evaluare	3.77	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	9	11