Black Orchid

★★★★☆Editorial rating 4.3/5 · How we rateEau de Parfum · 50 ml

Black Orchid by Tom Ford plays with sweet, dessert-like accents and a soft, rounded richness. Blackcurrant, Ylang-Ylang and bergamot in the opening; orchid, spices and gardenia at the heart; patchouli, vanilla and incense in the base. With strong sillage and 9–12 h longevity, it shines best in the evening and in winter. Cosy and enveloping, like a soft embrace.

Fragrance family
Amber
Longevity
9–12 h
Sillage
Strong
For
Unisex
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The fragrance pyramid

How Black Orchid unfolds on the skin

A perfume evolves on the skin, from the first spray to hours later. Here is what to expect from Black Orchid at each stage.

Top notes
0–15 min
BlackcurrantYlang-YlangBergamotTruffle
Heart notes
15 min – 2 h
OrchidSpicesGardenia
Base notes
2 h onwards
PatchouliVanillaIncenseSandalwood

A good match if…

✦you like sweet and gourmand fragrances
✦notes such as blackcurrant and patchouli appeal to you
✦you want a fragrance to wear in the evening, especially in winter
✦strong sillage and 9–12 h longevity matter to you
Our rating

How we rate Black Orchid

Our editorial rating summarises the fragrance profile, versatility, performance and how well-known a scent is. These are the facts it is based on:

  • Scent profileSweet and gourmand
  • Longevity9–12 h
  • SillageStrong
  • Versatilityin the evening, on special occasions
  • ConcentrationEau de Parfum · 50 ml

All facts come from the documented fragrance profile. How we turn them into a rating is explained in How we rate.

We do not have user reviews for Black Orchid yet. We never invent reviews and do not copy them from other sites.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Black Orchid

How long does Black Orchid last?

Black Orchid lasts about 9–12 h on the skin. Its sillage is strong; longevity can vary with skin type, how much you apply and the weather.

What are the notes of Black Orchid?

Black Orchid opens with blackcurrant, Ylang-Ylang and bergamot, followed by orchid, spices and gardenia at the heart, and settles on patchouli, vanilla and incense in the base. The overall character is sweet and gourmand.

Which season suits Black Orchid?

Black Orchid shines best in winter. It is mainly worn in the evening, in line with its scent profile.

Is Black Orchid a day or an evening fragrance?

Black Orchid is more of an evening fragrance. This reflects its sillage, longevity and place in the amber fragrance family.

Where can I buy Black Orchid?

Black Orchid is available at amazon.co.uk. Prices change daily, so check the current price directly in the shop.

Which fragrances are similar to Black Orchid?

Shams Al Emarat Khususi (Ard Al Zaafaran) is similar in character. We select them by shared notes, scent direction and fragrance family.

Sweet and gourmand