Question 1

What's the difference between Ciel de Gum and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Ciel de Gum is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Francis Kurkdjian (2013) dominated by Amber 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: Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Ciel de Gum or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Ciel de Gum scores 4.08/5 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 Ciel de Gum and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Ciel de Gum 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 Ciel de Gum vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Ciel de Gum scores highest for fall wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Ciel de Gum leans evening, Black Orchid leans evening.

Ciel de Gum vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

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Eigenschaft	Ciel de Gum	Black Orchid
Marke	Maison Francis Kurkdjian	Tom Ford
Jahr	2013	2006
Bewertung	4.08	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	23