Lucrethia vs Black Opium

Lucrethia by V Canto is praised for its pleasant scent and exceptional longevity, but the community consensus highlights that this strength becomes a weakness when overexposed - the fragrance is so powerful and long-lasting that it saturates spaces and is extremely difficult to remove. Multiple users describe it as having impressive projection, but caution that overuse can lead to scent fatigue and negative associations.

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. While it has dedicated fans who appreciate its strong projection and distinctive character, the community acknowledges it's polarizing and not suitable for everyday or versatile wear, with some finding it overly sweet or artificial depending on skin chemistry.