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: A comunidade r/fragrance tem opiniões polarizadas sobre Black Orchid, com muitos elogiando seu caráter único, escuro e artístico, além da longevidade excepcional, enquanto outros acham a base pesada de patchouli e terrosa desagradável.

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

Resumo da comparação

Notas em comum (5)

Exclusivas de Shanghai (8)

Exclusivas de Black Orchid (15)

Acordes em comum (5)

Perguntas frequentes

Pulso do sentimento da comunidade — Black Orchid

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Atributo	Shanghai	Black Orchid
Marca	Marc Rosen	Tom Ford
Ano	2005	2006
Avaliação	4.03	3.89
Concentração	—	—
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	13	23