Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Era is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Boy Smells (2023) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Era or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Era scores 3.58/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Vanilla Era sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). 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 Era and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Vanilla Era: Vanilla Era by Boy Smells does not appear in the provided Reddit discussion. 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 Era 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 Era vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Era scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Era leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanilla Era לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

ייחודי לVanilla Era (10)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (11)

אקורדים משותפים (3)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Vanilla Era

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Vanilla Era	Black Opium
מותג	Boy Smells	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	2023	2014
דירוג	3.58	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	10	11