Coco Parfum vs Black Orchid

The r/fragrance community strongly warns against purchasing Coco Parfum (and other vintage Chanel fragrances) on eBay due to rampant counterfeiting. Russian sellers dominate the market with suspiciously low prices and high ratings, while fakes have infiltrated US resellers as well. Community consensus is to only buy from authorized retailers or trusted personal sources.

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.