Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanille Malika is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Chopard (2023) dominated by Amber 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: Woody, Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille Malika or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille Malika scores 3.78/5 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 Malika and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Vanilla, Sweet, Warm Spicy, Pink Pepper. 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 Malika 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 Malika vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanille Malika scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanille Malika leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanille Malika vs Black Opium

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (2)

Uniek voor Vanille Malika (5)

Uniek voor Black Opium (9)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Black Opium

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Vanille Malika	Black Opium
Merk	Chopard	Yves Saint Laurent
Jaar	2023	2014
Beoordeling	3.78	3.94
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	8	11