Question 1

What's the difference between Damascus and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Damascus is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Gritti (2012) dominated by Warm Spicy 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 4 accords: Warm Spicy, Amber, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Damascus or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Damascus scores 4.22/5 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 Damascus and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Warm Spicy, Amber, Sweet, Woody, Sandalwood. 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, Damascus 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 Damascus vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Damascus scores highest for fall wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Damascus leans evening, Black Orchid leans evening.

Damascus vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (3)

Einzigartig für Damascus (5)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (17)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

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Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Damascus	Black Orchid
Marke	Gritti	Tom Ford
Jahr	2012	2006
Bewertung	4.22	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	8	23