Question 1

What's the difference between Vanille Passion and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Passion is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Comptoir Sud Pacifique (1975) 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, Sweet, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille Passion or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille Passion scores 3.96/5 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 Vanille Passion and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Soft Spicy, Vanilla. 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, Vanille Passion 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 Vanille Passion vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Passion scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanille Passion leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanille Passion לעומת Black Opium

סיכום ההשוואה

תווי ריח משותפים (1)

ייחודי לVanille Passion (1)

ייחודי לBlack Opium (10)

אקורדים משותפים (3)

שאלות נפוצות

דופק הסנטימנט הקהילתי — Black Opium

חיובי

שלילי

מאפיין	Vanille Passion	Black Opium
מותג	Comptoir Sud Pacifique	Yves Saint Laurent
שנה	1975	2014
דירוג	3.96	3.94
ריכוז	—	—
מגדר	feminine	feminine
סך תווי ריח	5	11