Question 1

What's the difference between Royal Marina Diamond and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Marina Diamond is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Princesse Marina De Bourbon (2013) dominated by Vanilla 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 4 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Fruity, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Royal Marina Diamond or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Royal Marina Diamond scores 4.16/5 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 Marina Diamond and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Fruity, White Floral, Jasmine. 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 Marina Diamond 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 Marina Diamond vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Royal Marina Diamond scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Royal Marina Diamond leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Royal Marina Diamond vs Black Opium

对比摘要

共同香调（2）

Royal Marina Diamond独有（6）

Black Opium独有（9）

共同主调（4）

常见问题

社区情绪脉搏 — Black Opium

正面

负面

属性	Royal Marina Diamond	Black Opium
品牌	Princesse Marina De Bourbon	Yves Saint Laurent
年份	2013	2014
评分	4.16	3.94
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	8	11