Question 1

What's the difference between Maroussia and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Maroussia is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Slava Zaitsev (1992) dominated by Powdery 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: Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy, Floral.

Question 2

Which is better, Maroussia or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Maroussia scores 3.70/5 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 Maroussia and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 8 notes and 4 accords, including Amber, Woody, Warm Spicy, Floral, Bergamot. 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, Maroussia 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 Maroussia vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

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

Maroussia vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (8)

Einzigartig für Maroussia (13)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (12)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Maroussia	Black Orchid
Marke	Slava Zaitsev	Tom Ford
Jahr	1992	2006
Bewertung	3.70	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	21	23