Question 1

What's the difference between Opera Rouge and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Opera Rouge is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Alhambra (2025) dominated by Cherry 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 5 accords: Sweet, Vanilla, Coffee, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Opera Rouge or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Opera Rouge scores 4.36/5 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 Opera Rouge and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Coffee, Warm Spicy, White Floral. 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, Opera Rouge 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 Opera Rouge vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Opera Rouge scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Opera Rouge leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Opera Rouge vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (4)

Uniek voor Opera Rouge (3)

Uniek voor Black Opium (7)

Gedeelde akkoorden (5)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Opera Rouge	Black Opium
Merk	Maison Alhambra	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2025	2014
Beoordeling	4.36	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	7	11