Question 1

What's the difference between Orange Smoke and Blue Talisman?

Accepted Answer

Orange Smoke is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dries Van Noten (2022) dominated by Citrus accords. Blue Talisman is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ex Nihilo (2023) leaning on Citrus accords. They share 4 accords: Citrus, White Floral, Sweet, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Orange Smoke or Blue Talisman?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Orange Smoke scores 3.85/5 vs Blue Talisman at 4.16/5. Blue Talisman's standout strength: Won Best Niche Fragrance 2025 award on Fragrantica. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Orange Smoke and Blue Talisman smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Citrus, White Floral, Sweet, Musky, Mandarin Orange. Blue Talisman: Blue Talisman wurde als beste Nische-Duft 2025 von Fragrantica ausgezeichnet und erhielt viel Lob von einzelnen Sammlern.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Orange Smoke or Blue Talisman?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Orange Smoke vs Blue Talisman?

Accepted Answer

Orange Smoke scores highest for spring wear; Blue Talisman scores highest for summer wear. Orange Smoke leans daytime, Blue Talisman leans daytime.

Orange Smoke vs Blue Talisman

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (3)

Einzigartig für Orange Smoke (5)

Einzigartig für Blue Talisman (7)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (4)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Blue Talisman

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Eigenschaft	Orange Smoke	Blue Talisman
Marke	Dries Van Noten	Ex Nihilo
Jahr	2022	2023
Bewertung	3.85	4.16
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	8	10