Black Orchid Parfum

“Do not buy the Parfum version if you’re just expecting a longer-lasting version of the original. While similar, the two scents have very different openings. I would consider the parfum to have a more earthy, truffle-forward opening, with hardly any detectable florals. The original opens with truffle and florals at about 1:1 ratio. The drydown on both smell very similar to me. Perhaps the parfum could be viewed as slightly more “masculine,” in the opening. I would say it’s simply different. No better, no worse.Only blind buy safe if you love the original and also love truffle / earthy openings.”

“Fall/Winter scent but can be used in early cold/cool springtime. Love just as much as original. They have their slight differences, but still enjoy the experiences I go through - from opening to dry down. Not for everyone, for sure, but I can't get enough of this. Any recommendations on scents that has this type of complex dry down is very welcomed.”

“Sort of dark and sickly in a good way which develops a boozy quality. Definite ylang-ylang and patchouli after the initial fruit. Good longevity and a fairly decent projection during the dry down. Not for the faint hearted and smells as expensive as it is. Not for the summer. Dark stormy nights mid-winter in a "Ye Olde Pub" with a mysterious flame haired woman is the picture I get!”