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 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, 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

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (2)

Purple Ruby-д өвөрмөц (7)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (9)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

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Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

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Шинж	Purple Ruby	Black Opium
Брэнд	Pascal Morabito	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2012	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.68	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	9	11