Question 1

What's the difference between Royal Rose and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Rose is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Juicy Couture (2017) dominated by Powdery 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: Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Rose or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Rose scores 3.79/5 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 Royal Rose 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, Royal Rose 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 Royal Rose vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Rose scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Royal Rose leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Royal Rose vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (2)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Royal Rose	Black Opium
Merk	Juicy Couture	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2017	2014
Beoordeling	3.79	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11