My Way vs Black Opium

My Way by Giorgio Armani is a polarizing fragrance that receives many compliments and is popular with the mainstream audience, but divides the fragrance community. While praised for its sweet opening and mass appeal, it's frequently criticized for a sharp cedar note that bothers many wearers and for being unimaginative or boring despite its commercial success.

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.