Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Santo is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ellis Brooklyn (2025) 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 3 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Santo or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Santo scores 4.11/5 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 Santo and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Pink Pepper, Vanilla. 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 Santo 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 Santo vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Santo scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Santo leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanilla Santo vs Black Opium

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (3)

Exclusivas de Vanilla Santo (8)

Exclusivas de Black Opium (8)

Acordes compartidos (3)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Opium

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Atributo	Vanilla Santo	Black Opium
Marca	Ellis Brooklyn	Yves Saint Laurent
Año	2025	2014
Valoración	4.11	3.94
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	11	11