Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Scarlet Rouge is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Moresque (2022) dominated by White Floral 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: White Floral, Fruity, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Scarlet Rouge or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Scarlet Rouge scores 3.90/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Scarlet Rouge sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Scarlet Rouge's standout strength: Unique and interesting scent profiles. 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 Scarlet Rouge and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including White Floral, Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Vanilla. Scarlet Rouge: The r/fragrance community views Jovoy as an interesting niche retailer with creative fragrances and good customer service, though opinions on specific scents are highly divided based on personal taste preferences. 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, Scarlet Rouge or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Scarlet Rouge: Poor longevity on skin Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Scarlet Rouge vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Scarlet Rouge vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (3)

Unice pentru Scarlet Rouge (11)

Unice pentru Black Opium (8)

Acorduri comune (5)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Scarlet Rouge

Pozitiv

Negativ

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Scarlet Rouge	Black Opium
Brand	Moresque	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2022	2014
Evaluare	3.90	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	14	11