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A dark fruity-chypre with juicy passionfruit and peach over a black truffle and rose heart, anchored in patchouli and oakmoss. Bold, romantic and built for cold-weather statements.
Tom Ford Black Orchid EDT is a divisive classic - a love-it-or-hate-it scent. It's heralded by fans as a smoother, more wearable version of the EDP, but still embodies that signature dark mysterious allure. Not for everyone, but those who love it, really love it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 6% |
| Floral | 22% | 30% |
| Fruity | 23% | 17% |
| Green | 6% | 5% |
| Sweet | 25% | 24% |
| Warm | 2% | 6% |
| Woody | 10% | 11% |
| Earthy | 26% | 20% |
| Animalic | 9% | 10% |
| Fresh | 10% | 7% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Dark fruits, truffle and patchouli build a rich cold-weather signature; spring works at the edges, summer is too heavy.
Occasions
Bold projection and an opulent fruit-chypre trail suit dates, evenings out and statement formal wear. Too dominant for office or sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its strong projection and dark, complex accords make it less ideal for office wear, though some reviewers find it acceptable if lightly applied. It truly shines on dates and formal occasions where its sensual and sophisticated character can make a bold statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Earthy, Floral accords and Vetiver, Truffle notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
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