Question 1

What's the difference between Vanilla Extasy and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Extasy is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2008) 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 5 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Extasy or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Extasy scores 3.77/5 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 Vanilla Extasy and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 5 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Fruity, Warm Spicy. Black Opium: Black Opium von YSL wird von der r/fragrance-Community als beliebte Statement-Duftauswahl anerkannt, besonders als Beispiel für einen kühnen Abendduft.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Vanilla Extasy 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 Vanilla Extasy vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Extasy scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Extasy leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanilla Extasy vs Black Opium

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (2)

Einzigartig für Vanilla Extasy (7)

Einzigartig für Black Opium (9)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschaft	Vanilla Extasy	Black Opium
Marke	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Jahr	2008	2014
Bewertung	3.77	3.94
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	9	11