Obsession vs Opium (1977)
Obsession and Opium (1977) overlap 62% in notes and accords; 13 notes appear in both. Opium (1977) lasts longer: longevity 9.2/10 against 8.6/10 for Obsession. Opium (1977) projects more: sillage 8.9/10 against 8.2/10 for Obsession.
At a glance
| Obsession | Opium (1977) | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Calvin Klein | Yves Saint Laurent |
| Release year | 1985 | 1977 |
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | No data |
| Rating | 7.7/10760 votes | 8.0/10496 votes |
| Longevity | 8.6/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Sillage | 8.2/10 | 8.9/10 |
When to wear
| Obsession | Opium (1977) | |
|---|---|---|
| Winter | 43% | 44% |
| Autumn | 40% | 38% |
| Spring | 12% | 11% |
| Summer | 4% | 7% |
| Obsession | Opium (1977) | |
|---|---|---|
| Evening | 35% | 40% |
| Nighttime | 33% | 37% |
| Casual | 15% | 13% |
| Daytime | 10% | 7% |
| Office | 6% | 4% |
Notes
In both
- Peach
- Vanilla
- Bergamot
- Mandarin orange
- Sandalwood
- Rose
- Jasmine
- Cedar
- Coriander
- Vetiver
- Amber
- Frankincense
- Musk
Obsession
Only in this one
- Basil
- Green notes
- Exotic spices
- Orange blossom
- Civet
- Oakmoss
Opium (1977)
Only in this one
- Citrus fruits
- Pepper
- Clove
- Plum
- Laurel
- Cinnamon
- Lily of the valley
- Orris root
- Patchouli
- Carnation
- Opoponax
- Benzoin
- Coconut
- Cistus
- Myrrh
- Tolu balm
Accords
Obsession
- Floral
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
- Animal
Opium (1977)
- Floral
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
- Animal
Frequently asked questions
Which one lasts longer?
Opium (1977) lasts longer: longevity 9.2/10 against 8.6/10 for Obsession.
Which one projects more?
Opium (1977) projects more: sillage 8.9/10 against 8.2/10 for Obsession.
Which one suits winter better?
Both suit winter about equally: winter gets 43% of the season votes for Obsession and 44% for Opium (1977).
Which one is rated higher?
Opium (1977) is rated higher: 8.0/10 against 7.7/10 for Obsession.
Which notes do they share?
Notes found in both: Peach, Vanilla, Bergamot, Mandarin orange, Sandalwood, Rose, Jasmine, Cedar, Coriander, Vetiver, Amber, Frankincense, Musk.