Is Armaf Mystique a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium?
Black Opium EDP
Yves Saint Laurent by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, Honorine Blanc Original Acquired
Black Opium EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2014 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Mystique EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Black Opium
- Mystique
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
A powerhouse modern gourmand - Black Opium is an unapologetically bold, sweet, and sultry signature. The coffee-vanilla core is addictive, making it a go-to for nights out or whenever you want to command attention.
A powerhouse fruity-coffeed patchouli that divides opinion: some find it a sexy, high-performing sensation that smells far more expensive than it is, others find it a screechy, disjointed mess. Test before you buy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Pear
35%
vs
29%
Vanilla
30%
vs
20%
Coffee
28%
vs
28%
Jasmine
25%
vs
12%
Patchouli
25%
vs
26%
Orange Blossom
32%
Pink Pepper
32%
Almond
23%
Cashmeran
23%
Licorice
23%
Cedar
22%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The deep sweetness, warm spicy notes, and rich coffee-vanilla core make this ideal for colder weather, especially fall and winter. Its heaviness can feel cloying in heat but works nicely in spring evenings.
Occasions
The bold, sweet, and sensual profile is best for dates and nights out, while formal settings suit its opulence. It's too attention-grabbing for the office and not appropriate for sporty or active scenarios.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
Given its strong sillage and long-lasting performance, Mystique is best suited for evening wear, especially for date nights or formal events where an intoxicating presence is desired. Its rich, sweet and spicy profile might be overpowering for office environments, but it can work casually for those who enjoy making a statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 5 of its 15 notes, including Pear, Coffee, Jasmine
Adds bergamot and mimosa, drops almond and cashmeran
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