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 vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (2)

Vanilla Extasy-д өвөрмөц (7)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (9)

Нийтлэг аккорд (5)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

Эерэг

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Шинж	Vanilla Extasy	Black Opium
Брэнд	Montale	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2008	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.77	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	9	11