Question 1

What's the difference between Candide Effluve and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Candide Effluve is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (1922) 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 4 accords: Amber, Floral, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Candide Effluve or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Candide Effluve scores 4.37/5 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 Candide Effluve and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Black Orchid: La comunidad de r/fragrance tiene opiniones polarizadas sobre Black Orchid, con muchos elogiando su carácter oscuro, artístico y único, así como su excepcional longevidad, mientras que otros encuentran la base de pachulí pesado y terrosa desagradable.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Candide Effluve 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 Candide Effluve vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Candide Effluve scores highest for summer wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Candide Effluve leans daytime, Black Orchid leans evening.

Candide Effluve vs Black Orchid

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Exclusivas de Black Orchid (20)

Acordes compartidos (4)

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Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Orchid

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Atributo	Candide Effluve	Black Orchid
Marca	Guerlain	Tom Ford
Año	1922	2006
Valoración	4.37	3.89
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	0	23