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Parfum Sacré (1990) vs Opium (1977)

Parfum Sacré (1990) and Opium (1977) overlap 59% in notes and accords; 11 notes appear in both. Opium (1977) lasts longer: longevity 9.2/10 against 8.1/10 for Parfum Sacré (1990). Opium (1977) projects more: sillage 8.9/10 against 7.2/10 for Parfum Sacré (1990).

At a glance

Parfum Sacré (1990)Opium (1977)
BrandCaronYves Saint Laurent
Release year19901977
Rating
8.0/10248 votes
8.0/10496 votes
Longevity
8.1/10
9.2/10
Sillage
7.2/10
8.9/10

When to wear

Seasons
Parfum Sacré (1990)Opium (1977)
Winter37%44%
Autumn37%38%
Spring19%11%
Summer7%7%
Occasions
Parfum Sacré (1990)Opium (1977)
Evening31%40%
Nighttime29%37%
Casual18%13%
Daytime14%7%
Office7%4%

Notes

In both

  • Pepper
  • Coriander
  • Clove
  • Cinnamon
  • Jasmine
  • Rose
  • Vanilla
  • Myrrh
  • Cedar
  • Amber
  • Musk

Parfum Sacré (1990)

Only in this one

  • Lemon
  • Cardamom
  • Mimosa
  • Brazilian rosewood
  • Orange blossom
  • Civet

Opium (1977)

Only in this one

  • Citrus fruits
  • Bergamot
  • Plum
  • Mandarin orange
  • Laurel
  • Lily of the valley
  • Peach
  • Sandalwood
  • Orris root
  • Patchouli
  • Carnation
  • Vetiver
  • Opoponax
  • Benzoin
  • Coconut
  • Cistus
  • Frankincense
  • Tolu balm

Accords

Parfum Sacré (1990)

  1. Floral
  2. Sweet
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Oriental
  6. Animal

Opium (1977)

  1. Floral
  2. Sweet
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Oriental
  6. Animal

Frequently asked questions

Which one lasts longer?

Opium (1977) lasts longer: longevity 9.2/10 against 8.1/10 for Parfum Sacré (1990).

Which one projects more?

Opium (1977) projects more: sillage 8.9/10 against 7.2/10 for Parfum Sacré (1990).

Which one suits winter better?

Opium (1977) suits winter better: winter gets 44% of its season votes, against 37% for Parfum Sacré (1990).

Which one is rated higher?

Both are rated 8.0/10.

Which notes do they share?

Notes found in both: Pepper, Coriander, Clove, Cinnamon, Jasmine, Rose, Vanilla, Myrrh, Cedar, Amber, Musk.