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Black Opium Eau de Toilette bottle Black Opium EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2015 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
Love Story Eau de Parfum bottle Love Story EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Opium EDT
A sparkling, fruity twist on the Black Opium DNA that trades the original’s darkness for juicy brightness, soft florals, and a breezy, wearable energy. Sweet but never cloying, it is perfect for daytime or whenever you want a flirtatious lift.
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Our Verdict - Love Story EDP
A luminous white floral with sparkling citrus and dew-kissed petals, Love Story EDP is effortless, feminine, and uplifting. It’s a go-to for spring and summer, radiating gentle romance and modern elegance.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Opium EDT
Love Story EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Musk 48% vs 29%

Accords

Black Opium Love Story
95%
Fruity
50%
70%
White Floral
95%
60%
Citrus
80%
Floral
80%
50%
Fresh
70%
55%
Sweet
40%
Woody
30%
35%
Green
Musky
35%
20%
Aquatic
Fruity shared
95%
50%
White Floral shared
70%
95%
Citrus shared
60%
80%
80%
Fresh shared
50%
70%
55%
Woody shared
40%
30%
35%
35%
20%

Performance

Black Opium Love Story
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Opium

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

The juicy fruits, tea, and bright florals make this EDT lively and airy for spring and summer, while the coffee and musky woods give it enough depth for fall. It is less plush and warm than the EDP, so less ideal in the coldest months.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

With its moderate projection and playful fruity-floral brightness, this is an excellent choice for daytime, dates, or casual situations. Its softness and sweetness suit the office, but it is not formal or sporty.

Love Story

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The fresh, sparkling citrus and white floral composition shines brightest in spring and summer, evoking blooming gardens and sunlit days. Its lightness and airiness lack the depth and warmth needed for winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its soft projection and delicate, uplifting bouquet make it ideal for office, daytime dates, and casual outings. It's refined enough for formal occasions but may not be bold or energetic enough for sports.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, white floral, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Opium EDT
Love Story EDP
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