Tom Ford 2015 EDT

F ££ Acquired

Black Orchid

by David Apel , Pierre Negrin

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Tom Ford Black Orchid is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by David Apel and Pierre Negrin. Black Orchid opens with Truffle, Bergamot, Ylang-Ylang, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Fruity Notes, Tuberose, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Lotus. Tom Ford's Black Orchid carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

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.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Confident
  • Edgy
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Black Orchid Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

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.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with an earthy blast of truffle and blackcurrant, underpinned by the exotic sweetness of ylang-ylang. The heart unfolds into a rich floral bouquet of orchid and tuberose, with juicy fruit notes adding a touch of brightness. The dry down is a complex tapestry of woody vetiver, deep patchouli, creamy sandalwood, and a whisper of smoky incense and vanilla, leaving a lasting, intense trail.

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