Question 1

What's the difference between Shanghai and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marc Rosen (2005) dominated by Fruity 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: Floral, Woody, Warm Spicy, Patchouli.

Question 2

Which is better, Shanghai or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Shanghai scores 4.03/5 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 Shanghai and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 5 accords, including Floral, Woody, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Sweet. 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, Shanghai 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 Shanghai vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai scores highest for all seasons wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. Shanghai leans daytime, Black Orchid leans evening.

Shanghai vs Black Orchid

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (5)

Exclusivas de Shanghai (8)

Exclusivas de Black Orchid (15)

Acordes compartidos (5)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Black Orchid

Positivo

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Atributo	Shanghai	Black Orchid
Marca	Marc Rosen	Tom Ford
Año	2005	2006
Valoración	4.03	3.89
Concentración	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	13	23