Blondine vs Black Orchid

Frassai is a small Argentine niche house with strong appeal among fragrance enthusiasts, particularly for its landscape-evoking compositions and wearability. While Blondine specifically receives mixed feedback due to its buttery caramel note, the brand overall is praised for quality and sophistication, though limited availability makes sampling challenging.

The r/fragrance community has polarized opinions on Black Orchid, with many praising its unique dark, artistic character and exceptional longevity, while others find the heavy patchouli and earthy base off-putting. Most wearers report getting compliments when wearing it in the right context, though it requires careful application due to its extreme strength and works best as an occasional evening fragrance rather than daily wear.