Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanille Noire is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Rocher (2010) 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, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanille Noire or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanille Noire scores 3.89/5 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 Noire 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 Noire 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 Noire vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Vanille Noire vs Black Opium

Rezumatul comparației

Unice pentru Black Opium (11)

Acorduri comune (4)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Black Opium

Pozitiv

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Atribut	Vanille Noire	Black Opium
Brand	Yves Rocher	Yves Saint Laurent
An	2010	2014
Evaluare	3.89	3.94
Concentrație	—	—
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	0	11