Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanille Iconique is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Comptoir Sud Pacifique (2021) 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 4 accords: Vanilla, Woody, Warm Spicy, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille Iconique or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille Iconique scores 3.81/5 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 Iconique 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 Iconique 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 Iconique vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Vanille Iconique vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Black Opium (11)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

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Eigenschap	Vanille Iconique	Black Opium
Merk	Comptoir Sud Pacifique	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2021	2014
Beoordeling	3.81	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	0	11