Question 1

What's the difference between Red Cherry and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Cherry is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Castelbajac (2020) dominated by Sweet 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: Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Red Cherry or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Red Cherry scores 3.52/5 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 Red Cherry and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Vanilla. 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, Red Cherry 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 Red Cherry vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Red Cherry scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Red Cherry leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Red Cherry vs Black Opium

Підсумок порівняння

Спільні ноти (1)

Унікальні для Red Cherry (3)

Унікальні для Black Opium (10)

Спільні акорди (3)

Часті запитання

Пульс настроїв спільноти — Black Opium

Позитивний

Негативний

Властивість	Red Cherry	Black Opium
Бренд	Castelbajac	Yves Saint Laurent
Рік	2020	2014
Оцінка	3.52	3.94
Концентрація	—	—
Стать	feminine	feminine
Усього нот	4	11