Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Velvet Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mancera (2016) dominated by White Floral 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: White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Velvet Vanilla or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Velvet Vanilla scores 3.91/5 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 Velvet Vanilla and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including White Floral, Vanilla, Fruity, Sweet, Pear. 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, Velvet Vanilla 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 Velvet Vanilla vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Velvet Vanilla vs Black Opium

Харьцуулалтын хураангуй

Нийтлэг нот (4)

Velvet Vanilla-д өвөрмөц (8)

Black Opium-д өвөрмөц (7)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

Түгээмэл асуулт

Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Black Opium

Эерэг

Сөрөг

Шинж	Velvet Vanilla	Black Opium
Брэнд	Mancera	Yves Saint Laurent
Он	2016	2014
Үнэлгээ	3.91	3.94
Концентраци	—	—
Хүйс	feminine	feminine
Нийт нот	12	11