What's the difference between Vanilla Cake and Black Opium?+
Vanilla Cake is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Montale (2018) dominated by Sweet 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: Sweet, Vanilla, Fruity.
Which is better, Vanilla Cake or Black Opium?+
By community rating, Vanilla Cake scores 3.58/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Vanilla Cake sits at 7.2/10 (positive) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Vanilla Cake's standout strength: Accurate, realistic cake scent that smells genuine. 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.
Do Vanilla Cake and Black Opium smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Vanilla Cake: モンタルのバニラケーキは、本物のような甘いケーキの香りが肌の上で不快にならないとして好意的な評価を受けています。しかし、この香水は弱い持続性と最小限の拡散により大きく制限されており、心地よい香りのプロフィールにもかかわらず、一日中香りが続く製品を求める人々にとっては失望的です。. Black Opium: YSLの「ブラックオピウム」は、r/fragranceコミュニティで人気のある個性的な香水として認識されており、特に大胆なイブニングフレグランスの例として言及されています。強い香りの広がりと独特のキャラクターを評価する熱心なファンがいる一方で、コミュニティはこの香水が分極的であり、日常使いや万能な使用には適していないことを認めており、肌の化学反応によっては過度に甘ったるい、または人工的に感じる人もいます。.
Which lasts longer, Vanilla Cake or Black Opium?+
Vanilla Cake: Poor longevity - becomes a skin scent within 1 hour and fades by 3 hours Black Opium: Strong sillage and projection appreciated by wearers Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Vanilla Cake vs Black Opium?+
Vanilla Cake scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Cake leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.
