Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Kinky Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Mea (2023) dominated by Sweet 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: Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Kinky Vanilla or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Kinky Vanilla scores 3.70/5 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 Kinky Vanilla and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Vanilla, Warm Spicy, 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, Kinky 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 Kinky Vanilla vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Kinky Vanilla vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (1)

Uniek voor Kinky Vanilla (3)

Uniek voor Black Opium (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Kinky Vanilla	Black Opium
Merk	Mea	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.70	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	5	11