Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum bottle Brown Orchid
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U Gender U
2015 Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum bottle Dark Orchid

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum
This one is a divisive cheapie, trying its hand at replicating a pricier predecessor. It might tolerate your skin better than others, but don't expect it to last for an all-day affair. Use it wisely, and only in the dreariest of weather.
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Our Verdict - Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
This one's a divisive beast. If you're after something bold, dark, and sensual, Dark Orchid delivers. Just don't say we didn't warn you about its potency - a little goes a very long way, and it's definitely not for everyone.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 12% 20%
Floral 34% 35%
Fruity 8% 6%
Green 7% 3%
Sweet 23% 27%
Warm 7% 6%
Woody 10% 12%
Earthy 14% 10%
Animalic 4% 5%
Fresh 15% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Brown Orchid EdP
Dark Orchid EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Citrus 14% vs 23%
Bergamot 14% vs 21%
Mandarin 14% vs 27%
Only in Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Gardenia 27%
Shared Notes
Lotus 50% vs 20%
Only in Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum
Floral 50%
Only in Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Orchid 33% Ylang-Ylang 28% Jasmine 18%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 14% vs 25%
Patchouli 14% vs 27%
Incense 14% vs 25%
Vanilla 14% vs 22%
Only in Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum
Amber 14% Dark Chocolate 14% Vetiver 14%

Accords

Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
96%
Citrus
70%
85%
Floral
79%
69%
Warm Spicy
73%
72%
Amber
72%
Earthy
56%
Sweet
68%
55%
Balsamic
67%
Powdery
67%
Patchouli
66%
60%
Aromatic
56%
Fruity
Woody shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
96%
70%
Floral shared
85%
79%
Warm Spicy shared
69%
73%
72%
72%
Sweet shared
56%
68%
Balsamic shared
55%
67%
67%
66%
60%
56%

Performance

Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and sweet profile make it less suitable for the office. However, the dark, woody and amber accords lend themselves to evening wear, particularly in colder weather for both dates and formal events, as reflected in community reviews suggesting winter use.

Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong sillage and remarkable longevity, Dark Orchid is best reserved for occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's a powerhouse, well-suited for dates or formal events where making a statement is key, but far too robust for an office setting or casual wear.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
90%
Olfactory
98%
Notes
93%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Citrus, Floral accords and Citrus, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Brown Orchid Eau de Parfum
Dark Orchid Eau de Parfum
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