Fleur Narcotique vs Black Orchid

Fleur Narcotique is a well-executed but unremarkable fruity floral that appeals to casual fragrance wearers and generates compliments, though fragrance enthusiasts find it overpriced and lacking originality. The community consensus is that it's pleasant and wearable but not exceptional enough to justify full retail pricing, with many recommending decants or samples first before committing to a full bottle.

The r/fragrance community has polarized opinions on Black Orchid, with many praising its unique dark, artistic character and exceptional longevity, while others find the heavy patchouli and earthy base off-putting. Most wearers report getting compliments when wearing it in the right context, though it requires careful application due to its extreme strength and works best as an occasional evening fragrance rather than daily wear.