Question 1

What's the difference between Gershwin and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Gershwin is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maria Candida Gentile (2009) dominated by Citrus 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: Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, Gershwin or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Gershwin scores 3.92/5 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 Gershwin and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 3 notes and 3 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber, Lemon, Incense. 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, Gershwin 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 Gershwin vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Gershwin scores highest for fall wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Gershwin leans daytime, Black Orchid leans evening.

Gershwin vs Black Orchid

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (3)

Exclusivas de Gershwin (6)

Exclusivas de Black Orchid (17)

Acordes compartidos (3)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Orchid

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Atributo	Gershwin	Black Orchid
Marca	Maria Candida Gentile	Tom Ford
Año	2009	2006
Valoración	3.92	3.89
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	9	23