Question 1

What's the difference between Blue Moon and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Blue Moon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Pacifica (2021) 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 3 accords: Fruity, Soft Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Blue Moon or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Blue Moon scores 3.50/5 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 Blue Moon and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Blue Moon 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 Blue Moon vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Blue Moon scores highest for spring wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Blue Moon leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Blue Moon vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Blue Moon	Black Opium
Merk	Pacifica	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2021	2014
Beoordeling	3.50	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11