Question 1

What's the difference between This Is Not A Pipe and Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

This Is Not A Pipe is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Demeter Fragrance (undated) dominated by Tobacco 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 2 accords: Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, This Is Not A Pipe or Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, This Is Not A Pipe scores 3.77/5 vs Black Orchid at 3.89/5. On r/fragrance, This Is Not A Pipe sits at 0.0/10 (mixed) while Black Orchid is 6.5/10 (mixed). 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 This Is Not A Pipe and Black Orchid smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. This Is Not A Pipe: No community opinions about 'This Is Not A Pipe' by Demeter Fragrance were found in the provided Reddit discussion. Black Orchid: 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.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, This Is Not A Pipe 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 This Is Not A Pipe vs Black Orchid?

Accepted Answer

This Is Not A Pipe scores highest for fall wear; Black Orchid scores highest for winter wear. This Is Not A Pipe leans evening, Black Orchid leans evening.

This Is Not A Pipe vs Black Orchid

Підсумок порівняння

Унікальні для Black Orchid (20)

Спільні акорди (2)

Часті запитання

Пульс настроїв спільноти — This Is Not A Pipe

Пульс настроїв спільноти — Black Orchid

Позитивний

Негативний

Властивість	This Is Not A Pipe	Black Orchid
Бренд	Demeter Fragrance	Tom Ford
Рік	—	2006
Оцінка	3.77	3.89
Концентрація	—	—
Стать	feminine	feminine
Усього нот	0	23