Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Era is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Boy Smells (2023) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Vanilla, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Vanilla Era or Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Vanilla Era scores 3.58/5 vs Black Opium at 3.94/5. On r/fragrance, Vanilla Era sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Black Opium is 6.5/10 (mixed). 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 Era and Black Opium smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Vanilla Era: Vanilla Era by Boy Smells does not appear in the provided Reddit discussion. 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 Era 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 Era vs Black Opium?

Accepted Answer

Vanilla Era scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Opium scores highest for winter wear. Vanilla Era leans daytime, Black Opium leans evening.

Vanilla Era vs Black Opium

对比摘要

Vanilla Era独有（10）

Black Opium独有（11）

共同主调（3）

常见问题

社区情绪脉搏 — Vanilla Era

社区情绪脉搏 — Black Opium

正面

负面

属性	Vanilla Era	Black Opium
品牌	Boy Smells	Yves Saint Laurent
年份	2023	2014
评分	3.58	3.94
浓度	—	—
性别	feminine	feminine
香调总数	10	11