Question 1

What's the difference between H.E.R. 86 and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

H.E.R. 86 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from HERBA London (2018) dominated by Warm Spicy 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: Warm Spicy, Woody, Patchouli, Amber.

Question 2

Which is better, H.E.R. 86 or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, H.E.R. 86 scores 4.17/5 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 H.E.R. 86 and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Patchouli, Amber, Vanilla. Black Orchid: La communauté r/fragrance a des opinions polarisées sur Black Orchid, beaucoup louant son caractère sombre et artistique unique ainsi que sa longévité exceptionnelle, tandis que d'autres trouvent la base patchouli lourd et terreux rebutante.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, H.E.R. 86 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 H.E.R. 86 vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

H.E.R. 86 scores highest for fall wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. H.E.R. 86 leans daytime, Black Orchid leans evening.

H.E.R. 86 vs Black Orchid

Résumé de la comparaison

Notes communes (4)

Uniques à H.E.R. 86 (2)

Uniques à Black Orchid (16)

Accords communs (4)

Questions fréquentes

Pouls du sentiment communautaire — Black Orchid

Positif

Négatif

Attribut	H.E.R. 86	Black Orchid
Marque	HERBA London	Tom Ford
Année	2018	2006
Évaluation	4.17	3.89
Concentration	—	—
Genre	feminine	feminine
Total des notes	7	23