Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Royal Rubis is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lou De Pre (2025) dominated by Amber 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, White Floral, Woody, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Rubis or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Rubis scores 4.11/5 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 Rubis and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, White Floral, Woody, Fruity, Warm Spicy. 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 Rubis 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 Rubis vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Rubis scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Royal Rubis leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Royal Rubis vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Royal Rubis (9)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Royal Rubis	Black Opium
Brand	Lou De Pre	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2025	2014
Evaluare	4.11	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	12	11