Question 1

What's the difference between Vanilla Black Pepper and By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Black Pepper is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bohoboco (2016) dominated by Vanilla accords. By the Fireplace is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2015) leaning on Woody accords. They share 7 accords: Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Black Pepper or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Black Pepper scores 3.90/5 vs By the Fireplace at 4.22/5. By the Fireplace's standout strength: Unique and distinctive scent profile. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Vanilla Black Pepper and By the Fireplace smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 7 accords, including Vanilla, Powdery, Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy. By the Fireplace: By the Fireplace receives mixed community sentiment, with users recognizing it as a distinctive fragrance that works best in specific contexts.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Vanilla Black Pepper or By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Vanilla Black Pepper vs By the Fireplace?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Black Pepper scores highest for fall wear; By the Fireplace scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Black Pepper leans daytime, By the Fireplace leans evening.

Vanilla Black Pepper vs By the Fireplace

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Vanilla Black Pepper (7)

Unique to By the Fireplace (7)

Shared Accords (7)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — By the Fireplace

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Attribute	Vanilla Black Pepper	By the Fireplace
Brand	Bohoboco	Maison Martin Margiela
Year	2016	2015
Rating	3.90	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	9