Question 1

What's the difference between Libre Vanille Couture and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Libre Vanille Couture is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2025) 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, White Floral, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Libre Vanille Couture or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Libre Vanille Couture scores 4.22/5 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 Libre Vanille Couture 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, Libre Vanille Couture 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 Libre Vanille Couture vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Libre Vanille Couture scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Libre Vanille Couture leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Libre Vanille Couture vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Black Opium (11)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

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Atribut	Libre Vanille Couture	Black Opium
Brand	Yves Saint Laurent	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2025	2014
Evaluare	4.22	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	11