Fakhar Black Eau de Parfum vs Opposite Black Eau de Parfum

Fakhar Black

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2022	Year	-
£	Price Tier	£

Opposite Black

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Fakhar Black

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Opposite Black

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fakhar Black

This YSL Y EDP dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Some think it's a stellar, budget-friendly stand-in, especially after some 'maceration'. Others find it falls flat, lacking the original's depth and often suffering from poor longevity. Definitely a 'try before you buy' due to its divisive synthetic qualities.

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Our Verdict - Opposite Black

This one's a proper grower if you've got the patience, blending barbershop freshness with a compelling dark green depth. It's a journey, mind, with some finding the dry down takes a bit of a wobble, but for many it's a unique, affordable gem.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	13%	9%
Floral	11%	8%
Fruity	11%	7%
Green	20%	26%
Sweet	13%	15%
Warm	13%	12%
Woody	21%	15%
Earthy	7%	10%
Animalic	0%	3%
Fresh	26%	26%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Fakhar Black EdP

Opposite Black EdP

Notes

Only in Fakhar Black

Apple 42% Bergamot 31% Ginger 26%

Only in Opposite Black

Chamomile 27% Basil 21% Lavender 19% Citrus 16% Lemon 16%

Only in Fakhar Black

Lavender 33% Sage 24% Juniper 23% Geranium 21%

Only in Opposite Black

Fig Leaf 24% Violet Leaf 21% Mint 18% Plum 18% Saffron 18%

Shared Notes

Cedar 25% vs 25%

Vetiver 22% vs 26%

Only in Fakhar Black

Tonka Bean 27% Amberwood 25%

Only in Opposite Black

Amber 28% Vanilla 20%

Accords

Fakhar Black Opposite Black

100%

Aromatic

78%

56%

Green

100%

96%

Fresh Spicy

58%

78%

Woody

70%

71%

Fruity

48%

64%

Fresh

57%

62%

Citrus

61%

Lavender

55%

Amber

52%

55%

Herbal

55%

Ozonic

52%

Sweet

47%

Aromatic shared

100%

78%

Green shared

56%

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

96%

58%

Woody shared

78%

70%

Fruity shared

71%

48%

Fresh shared

64%

57%

Citrus

62%

Lavender

61%

Amber shared

55%

52%

Herbal shared

55%

Ozonic

52%

Sweet

47%

Performance

Fakhar Black Opposite Black

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fakhar Black

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing profile makes it a safe bet for casual wear and the office, with many reviewers specifically calling it 'office and gym safe.' However, inconsistent performance reports, with some finding it light after initial projection, mean it might struggle for impact in formal or evening date settings.

Opposite Black

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its blend of freshness and underlying depth makes it versatile, suitable for casual day-to-day wear and standing out on a date. While it has some projection, it's not overpowering, making it an acceptable office choice, though less ideal for formal events or vigorous activity due to its complexity.