Question 1

What's the difference between Vanilla Haven and Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Haven is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Jovan (2025) dominated by Fruity 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 5 accords: Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Haven or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Haven scores 3.92/5 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 Vanilla Haven and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 5 accords, including Fruity, Vanilla, Sweet, White Floral, Soft Spicy. 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, Vanilla Haven 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 Vanilla Haven vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Haven scores highest for winter wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Haven leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanilla Haven vs Black Opium

Rezime poređenja

Zajedničke note (3)

Jedinstvene za Vanilla Haven (2)

Jedinstvene za Black Opium (8)

Zajednički akordi (5)

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Puls raspoloženja zajednice — Black Opium

Pozitivno

Negativno

Svojstvo	Vanilla Haven	Black Opium
Brend	Jovan	Yves Saint Laurent
Godina	2025	2014
Ocena	3.92	3.94
Koncentracija	—	—
Pol	feminine	feminine
Ukupno nota	5	11