WS-TF-2006

Black Orchid

2006Men

warm spicy up front, then earthy, settling into woody.

Black Orchid by Tom Ford is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Black Orchid was launched in 2006. Black Orchid was created by David Apel and Pierre Negrin. Top notes are Truffle, Gardenia, Black Currant, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Amalfi Lemon; middle notes are Orchid, Spices, Gardenia, Fruity…

warm spicy earthy woody sweet

Noses: Pierre Negrin · David Apel

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Truffle, Gardenia, Black Currant, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Amalfi Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Orchid, Spices, Gardenia, Fruity Notes, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lotus
Drydown· 6h+
Mexican chocolate, Patchouli, Vanille, Incense, Amber, Sandalwood, Vetiver, White Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

78%

77%

65%

53%

49%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter45%Fall37%Spring11%Summer6%Night77%Day23%Wears unisex56%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Tom Ford picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Black Orchid smell like?

warm spicy up front, then earthy, settling into woody. Dominant accords: warm spicy, earthy, woody.

What notes are in Black Orchid?

Top: Truffle, Gardenia, Black Currant, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Amalfi Lemon. Heart: Orchid, Spices, Gardenia, Fruity Notes, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Lotus. Base: Mexican chocolate, Patchouli, Vanille, Incense, Amber, Sandalwood, Vetiver, White Musk.

How long does Black Orchid last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Black Orchid loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Black Orchid best for?

Winter is the top pick (45%). Fall is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Black Orchid?

Night wear leads at 77%. Day is a secondary pick at 23%.

Is Black Orchid for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 56% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Black Orchid?

Composed by Pierre Negrin and David Apel. Released in 2006.