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Black Orchid Eau de Parfum bottle Black Orchid EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2006 Year 2020
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Black Orchid Eau de Parfum bottle Black Orchid EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Black Orchid EDP
A legendary statement scent, Black Orchid is unapologetically bold and mysterious, blending truffle, dark florals, and chocolate into a lush, unforgettable aura. Not for the timid, it reigns supreme in fall and winter opulence.
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Our Verdict - Black Orchid EDP
A bold and luxurious scent that captures the essence of Black Orchid with its rich notes and striking accords, perfect for evening wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Black Orchid EDP
Black Orchid EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Truffle 14% vs 33%
Blackcurrant 12% vs 22%
Ylang-Ylang 12% vs 29%
Shared Notes
Orchid 26% vs 53%
Only in Black Orchid
Lotus Wood 47%
Shared Notes
Dark Chocolate 13% vs 18%
Patchouli 13% vs 31%
Sandalwood 12% vs 22%
Vetiver 11% vs 27%

Accords

Black Orchid Black Orchid
95%
Warm Spicy
90%
85%
Earthy
80%
Woody
70%
50%
Floral
80%
75%
Sweet
70%
Amber
60%
Chocolate
Gourmand
60%
Fruity
50%
45%
Balsamic
Warm Spicy shared
95%
90%
85%
Woody shared
80%
70%
Floral shared
50%
80%
75%
70%
60%
60%
50%
45%

Performance

Black Orchid Black Orchid
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Potent
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Black Orchid

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Black Orchid's opulent spicy, earthy, and gourmand notes make it ideal for cool to cold weather, where its richness and projection shine without becoming overwhelming. It can work on cool spring nights but is too heavy and dark for summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This commanding, sensual scent is best suited for formal events and nights out, especially romantic occasions, due to its boldness and luxurious aura. Its intensity and richness are generally too much for office or sporty environments.

Black Orchid

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The rich and heavy notes suit the cooler temperatures of fall and winter, while the spicy and floral elements can also work in the transitional period of spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Best suited for romantic dates and formal events due to its strong projection and luxurious character. It could be too intense for the office or sports activities.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
66%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, floral, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Black Orchid EDP
Black Orchid EDP
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