Question 1

What's the difference between Notorious and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Notorious is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ralph Lauren (2008) dominated by Floral 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 5 accords: Floral, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Notorious or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Notorious scores 3.62/5 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 Notorious and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Floral, Warm Spicy, Sweet, Woody, Patchouli. 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, Notorious 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 Notorious vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

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

Notorious vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (5)

Einzigartig für Notorious (5)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (15)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Notorious	Black Orchid
Marke	Ralph Lauren	Tom Ford
Jahr	2008	2006
Bewertung	3.62	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	10	23