Question 1

What's the difference between Arethusa and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Arethusa is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tiziana Terenzi (2014) dominated by Fruity accords. Black Orchid is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tom Ford (2006) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Arethusa or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Arethusa scores 3.78/5 vs Black Orchid at 3.89/5. Black Orchid's standout strength: Unique, artistic scent with dark chocolate and fruity notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Arethusa and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Sweet, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Vetiver. Black Orchid: Die r/fragrance-Community hat polarisierte Meinungen zu Black Orchid, wobei viele seinen einzigartigen dunklen, künstlerischen Charakter und seine außergewöhnliche Haltbarkeit loben, während andere die schwere Patchouli und die erdige Basis abstoßend finden.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Arethusa or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Black Orchid: Excellent longevity (lasts 24+ hours) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Arethusa vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Arethusa scores highest for spring wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Arethusa leans daytime, Black Orchid leans evening.

Arethusa vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (4)

Einzigartig für Arethusa (19)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (16)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (2)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Arethusa	Black Orchid
Marke	Tiziana Terenzi	Tom Ford
Jahr	2014	2006
Bewertung	3.78	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	23	23