Question 1

What's the difference between Hortense and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Hortense is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rance 1795 (2015) 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 2 accords: Warm Spicy, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Hortense or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Hortense scores 4.11/5 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 Hortense and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 2 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Bergamot, Incense, Vanilla. 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, Hortense 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 Hortense vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

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

Hortense vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (3)

Einzigartig für Hortense (6)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (17)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (2)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Hortense	Black Orchid
Marke	Rance 1795	Tom Ford
Jahr	2015	2006
Bewertung	4.11	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	9	23