# 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 | 7.7/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Longevity | 8.6/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Sillage | 8.2/10 | 8.9/10 |

## Seasons

|  | Obsession | Opium (1977) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Winter | 43% | 44% |
| Autumn | 40% | 38% |
| Spring | 12% | 11% |
| Summer | 4% | 7% |

## Occasions

|  | 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

Only in this one:

- Obsession: Basil, Green notes, Exotic spices, Orange blossom, Civet, Oakmoss
- Opium (1977): 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.

## More

- [Obsession details](https://parfumedia.net/en/perfumes/calvin-klein-obsession-eau-de-parfum)
- [Obsession dupes and similar perfumes](https://parfumedia.net/en/dupes/calvin-klein-obsession-eau-de-parfum)
- [Opium (1977) details](https://parfumedia.net/en/perfumes/yves-saint-laurent-opium-1977-parfum)
- [Opium (1977) dupes and similar perfumes](https://parfumedia.net/en/dupes/yves-saint-laurent-opium-1977-parfum)

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