Enigma
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Orchid Noir
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Enigma is a genuinely divisive scent - some find it a mysterious, dark powerhouse, others a fleeting disappointment. Skip the blind buy, this one is a truly love-it-or-hate-it affair.
A solid, budget-friendly alternative for Tom Ford Black Orchid fans, offering a similar dark, sweet, and sensual profile without breaking the bank. It's universally appealing but some might find it a bit too derivative.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 0% |
| Floral | 48% | 44% |
| Fruity | 16% | 14% |
| Green | 3% | 6% |
| Sweet | 34% | 35% |
| Warm | 5% | 7% |
| Woody | 8% | 10% |
| Earthy | 6% | 7% |
| Animalic | 7% | 7% |
| Fresh | 10% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and dark, sensual character make it unsuitable for daily office wear but perfect for dates and formal evening events. The prominent patchouli and amber give it a rich warmth best suited for colder weather occasions rather than casual daytime activities.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and summer.
Occasions
Its sweet, dark, and sensual profile, coupled with moderate projection and good longevity, makes it less suited for an office environment. However, these same qualities make it perfect for dates, evening events, and formal occasions, as many reviewers noted for its similar, more expensive counterpart.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Sweet, Floral, Woody accords and Jasmine, Orchid notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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