What's the difference between Meliora and Black Opium?+
Meliora is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Parfums de Marly (2013) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Soft Spicy, Sweet, Woody.
Which is better, Meliora or Black Opium?+
By community rating, Meliora scores 4.02/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Meliora sits at 7.5/10 (positive) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Meliora's standout strength: Fruity and appealing scent profile. 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.
Do Meliora and Black Opium smell similar?+
They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fruity, Soft Spicy, Sweet, Woody, Orange Blossom. Meliora: Melioraは、r/fragranceコミュニティで、心地よいフルーティーな香りとして、また感情的に響く魅力的なキャラクターを持つ香水として好意的に評価されています。しかし、Parfums de Marlyの他のリリースと比べると議論が最小限であり、ニッシュ香水として期待されるよりも軽いパフォーマンスと複雑さの欠如があると認識する者もいます。. Black Opium: YSLの「ブラックオピウム」は、r/fragranceコミュニティで人気のある個性的な香水として認識されており、特に大胆なイブニングフレグランスの例として言及されています。強い香りの広がりと独特のキャラクターを評価する熱心なファンがいる一方で、コミュニティはこの香水が分極的であり、日常使いや万能な使用には適していないことを認めており、肌の化学反応によっては過度に甘ったるい、または人工的に感じる人もいます。.
Which lasts longer, Meliora or Black Opium?+
Meliora: Limited longevity and projection Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Meliora vs Black Opium?+
Meliora scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Meliora leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.
