Question 1

What's the difference between Pure Perle and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Pure Perle is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Pascal Morabito (undated) dominated by Powdery accords. Black Opium is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2014) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Vanilla, White Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Pure Perle or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Pure Perle scores 4.18/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. Black Opium's standout strength: Versatile statement fragrance choice mentioned in community recommendations. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Pure Perle and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, White Floral, Woody, Cedar. Black Opium: 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.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Pure Perle or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Pure Perle vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Pure Perle scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Pure Perle leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Pure Perle vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Pure Perle (7)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Pure Perle	Black Opium
Οίκος	Pascal Morabito	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	—	2014
Βαθμολογία	4.18	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	8	11