Question 1

What's the difference between Purple Ruby and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Purple Ruby is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Pascal Morabito (2012) dominated by Sweet 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 4 accords: Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Purple Ruby or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Purple Ruby scores 3.68/5 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 Purple Ruby and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, White Floral, Orange Blossom. Black Opium: Black Opium de YSL es reconocido por la comunidad de r/fragrance como una opción de fragancia de declaración popular, particularmente mencionado como ejemplo de un aroma nocturno audaz.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Purple Ruby 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 Purple Ruby vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Purple Ruby scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Purple Ruby leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Purple Ruby vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (2)

Exclusivas de Purple Ruby (7)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (9)

Acordes compartidos (4)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Purple Ruby	Black Opium
Marca	Pascal Morabito	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2012	2014
Valoración	3.68	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	9	11