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 de YSL es reconocido por la comunidad de r/fragrance como una opción de fragancia de declaración popular, particularmente mencionado como ejemplo de un aroma nocturno audaz.

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

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (2)

Exclusivas de Vanilla Extasy (7)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (9)

Acordes compartidos (5)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Vanilla Extasy	Black Opium
Marca	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2008	2014
Valoración	3.77	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	9	11