Question 1

What's the difference between Melbourne Muse and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne Muse is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Glasshouse (2019) dominated by White Floral 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: White Floral, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Melbourne Muse or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Melbourne Muse scores 4.16/5 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 Melbourne Muse and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, 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, Melbourne Muse 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 Melbourne Muse vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Melbourne Muse scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Melbourne Muse leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Melbourne Muse vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Melbourne Muse (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Melbourne Muse	Black Opium
Merk	Glasshouse	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2019	2014
Beoordeling	4.16	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	9	11