Question 1

What's the difference between Royal Rubis and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Rubis is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lou De Pre (2025) dominated by Amber 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 5 accords: Sweet, White Floral, Woody, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Rubis or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Rubis scores 4.11/5 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 Royal Rubis and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, White Floral, Woody, Fruity, Warm Spicy. Black Opium: Black Opium d'YSL est reconnu par la communauté r/fragrance comme un choix de parfum déclaration populaire, particulièrement mentionné comme exemple d'un scent soirée audacieux.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Royal Rubis 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 Royal Rubis vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Rubis scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Royal Rubis leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Royal Rubis vs Black Opium

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (3)

Uniques à Royal Rubis (9)

Uniques à Black Opium (8)

Accords communs (5)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Opium

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	Royal Rubis	Black Opium
Marque	Lou De Pre	Yves Saint Laurent
Année	2025	2014
Évaluation	4.11	3.94
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	12	11