Question 1

What's the difference between Melodie and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Melodie is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Faberlic (2015) 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 2 accords: Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Melodie or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Melodie scores 3.67/5 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 Melodie and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Fruity, Sweet, Pear, Patchouli. 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, Melodie 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 Melodie vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Melodie vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Melodie (9)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

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Eigenschap	Melodie	Black Opium
Merk	Faberlic	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2015	2014
Beoordeling	3.67	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	11	11