Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Santo is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ellis Brooklyn (2025) 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, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Santo or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Santo scores 4.11/5 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 Santo and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, Woody, Sweet, Pink Pepper, 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, Vanilla Santo 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 Santo vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Santo scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Santo leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanilla Santo vs Black Opium

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Нийтлэг нот (3)

Vanilla Santo-д өвөрмөц (8)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (8)

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Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

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Шинж	Vanilla Santo	Black Opium
Брэнд	Ellis Brooklyn	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2025	2014
Үнэлгээ	4.11	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	11	11