Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Gourmand Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dossier (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 4 accords: Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, White Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Gourmand Vanilla or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gourmand Vanilla scores 3.67/5 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 Gourmand Vanilla and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Vanilla, Sweet, Woody, White Floral, Almond. 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, Gourmand Vanilla 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 Gourmand Vanilla vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

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

Gourmand Vanilla vs Black Opium

Підсумок порівняння

Спільні ноти (3)

Унікальні для Gourmand Vanilla (7)

Унікальні для Black Opium (8)

Спільні акорди (4)

Часті запитання

Пульс настроїв спільноти — Black Opium

Позитивний

Негативний

Властивість	Gourmand Vanilla	Black Opium
Бренд	Dossier	Yves Saint Laurent
Рік	2025	2014
Оцінка	3.67	3.94
Концентрація	—	—
Стать	feminine	feminine
Усього нот	10	11