Question 1

What's the difference between Fresh Vanilla Lemon and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fresh Vanilla Lemon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Lavanila Laboratories (2013) dominated by Citrus 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, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Fresh Vanilla Lemon or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Fresh Vanilla Lemon scores 4.00/5 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 Fresh Vanilla Lemon and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Fresh Vanilla Lemon 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 Fresh Vanilla Lemon vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Fresh Vanilla Lemon scores highest for summer wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Fresh Vanilla Lemon leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Fresh Vanilla Lemon vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Fresh Vanilla Lemon	Black Opium
Merk	Lavanila Laboratories	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2013	2014
Beoordeling	4.00	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11