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 vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (3)

Vanilla Freesia-д өвөрмөц (6)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (8)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

Эерэг

Сөрөг

Шинж	Vanilla Freesia	Black Opium
Брэнд	Korres	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2020	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.92	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	9	11