Side-by-side comparison of Funfair Evening by Maison Martin Margiela and Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Maison Martin Margiela
Yves Saint Laurent
| Attribute | Funfair Evening | Black Opium |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Maison Martin Margiela | Yves Saint Laurent |
| Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Rating | 3.81 | 3.94 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 12 | 11 |
22 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.5
/10
Funfair Evening is a polarizing fragrance that combines unorthodox notes (cotton candy, anise, lipstick) in an unexpectedly appealing way. The community appreciates its boldness and strong projection, though it's clearly not for everyone and remains a guilty-pleasure fragrance for those who enjoy it.
48 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Black Opium by YSL is recognized by the r/fragrance community as a popular statement fragrance choice, particularly mentioned as an example of a bold evening scent. While it has dedicated fans who appreciate its strong projection and distinctive character, the community acknowledges it's polarizing and not suitable for everyday or versatile wear, with some finding it overly sweet or artificial depending on skin chemistry.