Question 1

What's the difference between Amber Vanilla Bean and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Amber Vanilla Bean is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tulip (2010) 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 3 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Amber Vanilla Bean or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Amber Vanilla Bean scores 4.28/5 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 Amber Vanilla Bean and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Soft Spicy, Vanilla. 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, Amber Vanilla Bean 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 Amber Vanilla Bean vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Amber Vanilla Bean scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Amber Vanilla Bean leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Amber Vanilla Bean vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (1)

Μοναδικές στο Amber Vanilla Bean (4)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (10)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Amber Vanilla Bean	Black Opium
Οίκος	Tulip	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2010	2014
Βαθμολογία	4.28	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	5	11