Question 1

What's the difference between Purple Patchouli and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Purple Patchouli is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Tom Ford (2007) dominated by Amber 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: Amber, Woody, Patchouli, Earthy.

Question 2

Which is better, Purple Patchouli or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Purple Patchouli scores 4.15/5 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 Purple Patchouli and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Purple Patchouli 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 Purple Patchouli vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

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

Purple Patchouli vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (20)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (5)

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Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	Purple Patchouli	Black Orchid
Marke	Tom Ford	Tom Ford
Jahr	2007	2006
Bewertung	4.15	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	0	23