Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Haven is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jovan (2025) dominated by Fruity 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: Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Haven or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Haven scores 3.92/5 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 Haven and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral, Soft Spicy. 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, Vanilla Haven 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 Haven vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Vanilla Haven vs Black Opium

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (3)

Μοναδικές στο Vanilla Haven (2)

Μοναδικές στο Black Opium (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (5)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Black Opium

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Vanilla Haven	Black Opium
Οίκος	Jovan	Yves Saint Laurent
Έτος	2025	2014
Βαθμολογία	3.92	3.94
Συγκέντρωση	—	—
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	5	11