Question 1

What's the difference between Vanille Bourbon and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Bourbon is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Rocher (2019) 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, Sweet, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille Bourbon or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille Bourbon scores 4.09/5 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 Vanille Bourbon 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, Vanille Bourbon 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 Vanille Bourbon vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Bourbon scores highest for fall wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanille Bourbon leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanille Bourbon vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Vanille Bourbon	Black Opium
Merk	Yves Rocher	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2019	2014
Beoordeling	4.09	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11