What's the difference between Be The Legend and Black Opium?+
Be The Legend is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Oriflame (2014) dominated by Leather 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: Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet.
Which is better, Be The Legend or Black Opium?+
By community rating, Be The Legend scores 3.96/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Be The Legend sits at 5.5/10 (mixed) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Be The Legend's standout strength: Good entry-level fragrance for beginners. 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.
Do Be The Legend and Black Opium smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Be The Legend: Be The Legend by Oriflame is acknowledged as a reasonable starting point for fragrance newcomers, but the community consensus suggests it gets replaced relatively quickly as collectors explore higher-quality and niche options. 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.
Which lasts longer, Be The Legend or Black Opium?+
Be The Legend: Limited longevity compared to niche alternatives Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Be The Legend vs Black Opium?+
Be The Legend scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Be The Legend leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.
