Question 1

What's the difference between The Longing and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

The Longing is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from House of Matriarch (2017) 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 3 accords: Floral, Amber, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, The Longing or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, The Longing scores 3.72/5 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 The Longing and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 6 notes and 3 accords, including Floral, Amber, Sweet, Jasmine, Gardenia. 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, The Longing 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 The Longing vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

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

The Longing vs Black Orchid

Vergleichszusammenfassung

Gemeinsame Noten (6)

Einzigartig für The Longing (10)

Einzigartig für Black Orchid (14)

Gemeinsame Akkorde (3)

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Community-Stimmungspuls — Black Orchid

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Eigenschaft	The Longing	Black Orchid
Marke	House of Matriarch	Tom Ford
Jahr	2017	2006
Bewertung	3.72	3.89
Konzentration	—	—
Geschlecht	feminine	feminine
Gesamtnoten	16	23