Is Milton-Lloyd Night Sky a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium?

Black Opium EDP

Yves Saint Laurent by Nathalie Lorson, Marie Salamagne, Olivier Cresp, Honorine Blanc Original

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Opium EDP

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.

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Our Verdict - Night Sky EDT

Night Sky by Milton Lloyd offers a versatile and approachable scent that balances fresh spices and woods, making it a reliable choice for daily wear.

Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Black Opium EDP

Night Sky EDT

Notes

Shared Notes

Pink Pepper 32% vs 46%

Only in Black Opium

Pear 35% Orange Blossom 32%

Only in Night Sky

Bergamot 54%

Only in Black Opium

Coffee 29% Jasmine 25% Almond 23% Licorice 23%

Only in Night Sky

Lavender 56% Geranium 44%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 25% vs 26%

Cedar 22% vs 31%

Only in Black Opium

Vanilla 30% Cashmere Wood 23%

Only in Night Sky

Amber 26% Vetiver 16%

Accords

Black Opium Night Sky

Fresh Spicy

90%

85%

Sweet

Aromatic

80%

70%

White Floral

50%

Woody

70%

65%

Warm Spicy

Amber

60%

40%

Fruity

35%

Balsamic

30%

Powdery

Fresh Spicy

90%

Sweet

85%

Aromatic

80%

White Floral

70%

Woody shared

50%

70%

Warm Spicy

65%

Amber

60%

Fruity

40%

Balsamic

35%

Powdery

30%

Performance

Black Opium Night Sky

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Opium

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual Formal

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.

Night Sky

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn

Also Works:

Spring Winter

The fragrance's spicy and woody characteristics make it suitable for cooler temperatures, while its lighter elements allow it to be worn in spring and summer as well.