Question 1

What's the difference between Satine and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Satine is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lalique (2013) 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 6 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Satine or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Satine scores 3.84/5 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 Satine and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 6 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Warm Spicy, White Floral. 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, Satine 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 Satine vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Satine scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Satine leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Satine vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (4)

Unice pentru Satine (5)

Unice pentru Black Opium (7)

Acorduri comune (6)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Satine	Black Opium
Brand	Lalique	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2013	2014
Evaluare	3.84	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	9	11