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 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 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 לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (2)

ייחודי לVanilla Extasy (7)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (9)

אקורדים משותפים (5)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Vanilla Extasy	Black Opium
מותג	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	2008	2014
דירוג	3.77	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	9	11