Blackbird vs Encre Noire

The community views Olympic Orchids as a respected indie house with exceptional value and unique, experimental fragrances. While some scents are polarizing and require sampling first, the brand is praised for reasonable pricing, diverse offerings, and Ellen Covey's talented perfumery work.

The r/fragrance community views Encre Noire as an excellent value niche fragrance with distinctive character, praised for its woody, cypress-driven composition and quality at its price point. However, it's highly polarizing due to its dark, dry, and uncompromising nature that appeals primarily to fragrance enthusiasts rather than mass audiences. The flankers (Sport and A L'Extreme) offer more wearable alternatives while the original remains the most character-driven option.