Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Merazur Blue is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Prestigious (undated) dominated by Ozonic 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, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Merazur Blue or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Merazur Blue scores 3.53/5 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 Merazur Blue 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, Merazur Blue 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 Merazur Blue vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Merazur Blue scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Merazur Blue leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Merazur Blue vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Merazur Blue (8)

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Merazur Blue	Black Opium
Merk	Prestigious	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	—	2014
Beoordeling	3.53	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	11