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273 Rodeo Drive Eau de Toilette bottle 273 Rodeo Drive EDT
EDT Concentration EDT
F Gender F
1989 Year 2007
££ Price Tier ££
Black Orchid Voile de Fleur Eau de Toilette bottle Black Orchid Voile de Fleur EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 273 Rodeo Drive EDT
This 80s powerhouse is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect massive throwback vibes, intoxicating tuberose, and fruits that are anything but shy. It's a loud, proud blast from the past, not for the faint-hearted.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Black Orchid Voile de Fleur EDT
A fascinating, divisive Tom Ford flanker that, despite being a softer take on Black Orchid, still manages to be a powerful, seductive white floral. Its longevity is hit-or-miss, but when it clicks, it truly blooms.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
273 Rodeo Drive EDT
Black Orchid Voile de Fleur EDT

Notes

Accords

273 Rodeo Drive Black Orchid Voile de Fleur
100%
White Floral
99%
90%
Fruity
100%
68%
Sweet
80%
51%
Lactonic
80%
68%
Woody
69%
64%
Tuberose
61%
Powdery
50%
47%
Warm Spicy
57%
54%
Yellow Floral
52%
Floral
52%
52%
Animalic
White Floral shared
100%
99%
Fruity shared
90%
100%
Sweet shared
68%
80%
Lactonic shared
51%
80%
Woody shared
68%
69%
64%
Powdery shared
61%
50%
Warm Spicy shared
47%
57%
Yellow Floral shared
54%
52%
52%
52%

Performance

273 Rodeo Drive Black Orchid Voile de Fleur
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

273 Rodeo Drive

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and longevity, this isn't suitable for office wear, as reviews frequently mention its 'powerhouse' nature. It shines on dates and formal evenings, where its bold character and 'sexy' aura can be appreciated without overwhelming others. It's too heavy for sport.

Black Orchid Voile de Fleur

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While a lighter take on Black Orchid, its potent white floral and warm spicy accords make it a serious presence, better suited for evenings and special occasions where its sillage can be appreciated without overwhelming others. Some find it wearable casually, but its strong character limits its office appropriateness.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, fruity, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

273 Rodeo Drive EDT
Black Orchid Voile de Fleur EDT
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