Question 1

What's the difference between Urban and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Urban is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Verset Parfums (undated) 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, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Urban or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Urban scores 4.17/5 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 Urban 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, Urban 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 Urban vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Urban vs Black Opium

Rezime poređenja

Jedinstvene za Urban (3)

Jedinstvene za Black Opium (11)

Zajednički akordi (3)

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Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Black Opium

Pozitivno

Negativno

Svojstvo	Urban	Black Opium
Brend	Verset Parfums	Yves Saint Laurent
Godina	—	2014
Ocena	4.17	3.94
Koncentracija	—	—
Pol	masculine	feminine
Ukupno nota	3	11