Berlin vs Black Orchid

The Gallivant city collection receives mixed reviews from the community. While the line successfully captures the essence of different cities and offers decent quality at reasonable prices, individual fragrances like Istanbul and Tokyo fail to stand out, with some offerings being described as uninspiring or poorly executed.

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.