Black Opium Eau de Toilette bottle Black Opium
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2015 Year 2018
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Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum bottle Solo Loewe Ella

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Opium Eau de Toilette
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 - Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
This juicy, sparkling fruity-floral is a crowd-pleaser that screams 'springtime sunshine', though some find it a tad generic or even headache-inducing. If you fancy a modern, bright aura without being a shrinking violet, Solo Loewe Ella deserves a sniff.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13% 8%
Floral 16% 24%
Fruity 16% 20%
Green 11% 9%
Sweet 19% 24%
Warm 3% 5%
Woody 15% 20%
Earthy 9% 8%
Animalic 13% 4%
Fresh 17% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Opium EdT
Solo Loewe Ella EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pear 28% vs 24%
Only in Black Opium Eau de Toilette
Blackcurrant 28% Citrus 22% Mandarin 21%
Only in Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
Apple 26% Peach 25% Bitter Orange 24%
Shared Notes
Tea 25% vs 17%
Jasmine 24% vs 24%
Orange Blossom 23% vs 18%
Only in Black Opium Eau de Toilette
Coffee 27%
Only in Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
Violet 14% Heliotrope 14% Rose 12%
Shared Notes
Woody 51% vs 34%
Only in Black Opium Eau de Toilette
Musk 48%
Only in Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
Amber 33% Cedar 32%

Accords

Black Opium Eau de Toilette Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
70%
White Floral
100%
95%
Fruity
81%
50%
Fresh
67%
60%
Citrus
63%
55%
Sweet
56%
35%
Green
55%
Powdery
55%
40%
Woody
51%
Floral
48%
20%
Aquatic
White Floral shared
70%
100%
Fruity shared
95%
81%
Fresh shared
50%
67%
Citrus shared
60%
63%
Sweet shared
55%
56%
Green shared
35%
55%
55%
Woody shared
40%
51%
48%
20%

Performance

Black Opium Eau de Toilette Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Opium Eau de Toilette

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.

Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its fresh, clean, and bright character makes it perfectly suited for office and casual wear. Despite good longevity, its non-overpowering sillage allows for versatility, though it might be a bit too light for very formal evening events or intense sports.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
95%
Notes
86%
Accord
89%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Fruity, Fresh accords and Tea, Jasmine notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Opium Eau de Toilette
Solo Loewe Ella Eau de Parfum
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