Question 1

What's the difference between Manifesto l'Elixir and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Manifesto l'Elixir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Yves Saint Laurent (2013) 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, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Manifesto l'Elixir or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Manifesto l'Elixir scores 4.15/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Manifesto l'Elixir sits at 8.2/10 (positive) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). Manifesto l'Elixir's standout strength: Deeper and richer than original Manifesto. 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 Manifesto l'Elixir and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Vanilla, White Floral, Woody, Jasmine, Vanilla. Manifesto l'Elixir: The community views Manifesto l'Elixir as a sophisticated, richer variation of the original that excels as an elegant evening fragrance. 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, Manifesto l'Elixir 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 Manifesto l'Elixir vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Manifesto l'Elixir scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Manifesto l'Elixir leans evening, Black Opium leans evening.

Manifesto l'Elixir vs Black Opium

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Zajedničke note (3)

Jedinstvene za Manifesto l'Elixir (5)

Jedinstvene za Black Opium (8)

Zajednički akordi (3)

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Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Manifesto l'Elixir

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Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Black Opium

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Svojstvo	Manifesto l'Elixir	Black Opium
Brend	Yves Saint Laurent	Yves Saint Laurent
Godina	2013	2014
Ocena	4.15	3.94
Koncentracija	Elixir	—
Pol	feminine	feminine
Ukupno nota	8	11