Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Freesia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Korres (2020) 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 4 accords: Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Freesia or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Freesia 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 Freesia and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet, Woody, Jasmine. 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 Freesia 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 Freesia vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Vanilla Freesia לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (3)

ייחודי לVanilla Freesia (6)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (8)

אקורדים משותפים (4)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Vanilla Freesia	Black Opium
מותג	Korres	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	2020	2014
דירוג	3.92	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	9	11