Question 1

What's the difference between No. IV and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

No. IV is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from OsmoGenes Perfumes (2020) dominated by Vanilla 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 3 accords: Sweet, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, No. IV or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, No. IV scores 4.38/5 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 No. IV and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Sweet, Amber, Warm Spicy, Vanilla, 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, No. IV 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 No. IV vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

No. IV scores highest for winter wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. No. IV leans evening, Black Orchid leans evening.

No. IV vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (3)

Einzigartig für No. IV (8)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (17)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	No. IV	Black Orchid
Marke	OsmoGenes Perfumes	Tom Ford
Jahr	2020	2006
Bewertung	4.38	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	11	23