Rated 4.22 out of 5 stars
799 Reviews
This is a fabulous scent. It has excellent projection, leaves a sexy scent trail and let's people know I WAS HERE. It is full bottle worthy. However, if you are uninitiated in the world of TF frags, I would recommend getting a sample or trying this in store first. it goes on really loud but the dry down is pure, unmitigated sex appeal. If you are having a problem with any frag staying with you, make sure to use a good moisturizer, first. something like Aquaphore or Alicia Keys little pot of everywhere balm. I have the Keys balm cus it's lipgloss size and I can throw it in my bag (plus I use it for lips) Just put down a dab the balm, enough to leave the skin a tad tacky. then apply your scent and your perfume will stay on all day. my skin positively gobbles up expensive frags like a thirsty kid drinking Sunny D!! Since I started doing this,I finally am having luck with my perfumes staying on. Also a great reason to consider perfumed lotions. anyway, this is a great scent. I like to layer this with patchouli and Jungle from Lush. I actually made that into a 15ml spray and it is so good!! if you like dark, sexy scents that have versatility, give this a try. Mr. Ford never disappoints!
As a long time Tom Ford fragrance fan, this one misses the mark for me. Admittedly, Im picky - I like very specific scents. Something spicy, warm, smoky, gourmand, sensual. I switch between OG Tom Ford, TF Patchouli Absolu, TF Tobacco Vanille, And Maison Margiela Jazz Club/By the Fireplace. Guerlain Gourmand Coquin is my all time dream. Back to Black Orchid - the bottle is beautiful and stylish; everything you expect from a designer like Tom Ford. The initial spray was aggressive - the sillage is so, so, heavy. On the nose it is very musky, not as floral as I was expecting - maybe its the patchouli. It was almost off putting, I dont think I could spritz anywhere other my wrist. I could tell from the initial spray that it was promising. It softened as I wore it and ended up smelling wonderful - it just didnt have the outward lasting power towards the end. It definitely smells expensive, like a true quality fragrance. After I sprayed my wrists, my husband entered the room not knowing what I had done/sprayed. He mentioned had a mature scent that was initially very musty. He also mentioned a few times throughout the day that it lingered. I can say this fragrance is definitely seasonal. It craves a warm sweater, cold weather, and a special occasion. Its incredibly unique. *Personally, I would not purchase a full size bottle. Black Orchid is a special occasion fragrance, not a signature scent.
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Lkokoruda from Iowa
The scent lasted all day. Wonderful smell. Love it
Kim from Houston, Texas
It's a great scent, what I would refer to as a heavier fragrance pallet - I love it. Do wish it had a bit more staying power.
Cindy from New York
I personally love this perfume. I can see why some people would not like this type of perfume. This is a bold  sexy sent. I would not blind by this, I would smell it first.
JT from Denver
Make sure to smell first and give it some time. It's not for everyone.
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Tonya from Durham
This by far is the worst smelling perfume. I have ever purchased in my life. Super bold & strong smells old. Makes me think of moth balls & brut.
Janet from Vancouver
I've been wearing this scent for years. Always getting compliments and asked what fragrance I'm wearing.
Janie from Niagara Falls
Thee best so sexy so deep
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Mariah from New England
Maybe it's the patchouli but all I smell is "spicy." I'm shocked by how many people actually like this smell, it is downright offensive, nauseating, and overly "mature."
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nope from nj
smells mature, the base after an hour smells like musk, similar to Donna Karen cashmere mist. not for me, just smells like something an older cigarete smoking woman would wear...
Cait from Burlington
This scent is mature and reminds me of perfumes from Caswell-Masey in the sense that they are "old" style perfumes. The patchouli comes through, but tempered by the florals. Creamy, full bodied, and rich smelling. Probably not the scent a teen or 20 something is after, but for the older crowd, like me, I appreciate the complexity of the scent. The scent is also very much on par with Tom Ford's style and approach to fashion and beauty with reimagined classic tailoring and style mixed with subtle elements of modern nods.
Gina from Atlanta
I ADORE this fragrance. Smelling it out the bottle does not do it justice. I didn't think I would like it just based on how musky the bottle smells, but once you put it on all the other notes really start to come forward. This is a perfect unisex fragrance, in my opinion. It is musky, but not too much that you would smell like your dad (unless that's what you want?). The floral notes tone down the muskiness a lot, but I also think this heavily depends on your natural pheromones.
Janelle from Omaha NE
This fragrance is amazing. I love love the smell. At first, I was hesitant cuz it didn't smell well when I opened the lid. Once it hit my body I was blown away. I purchased the travel spray since I purchased blindly online. I definitely will be buying the full bottle.
RachR. from Louisiana
I've been dabbling in TF fragrance and i buy the travel sizes first. THIS will be my first full size to purchase. I can't stop smelling my wrists!!!! it's so good! A+++++++
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daydream from Oregon
I sprayed this directly on my wrist at the store and immediately regretted it. I thought it was awful and wondered why had I done this to myself!!! Then about 2 hours later I noticed this smells amazing and I can't stop smelling my wrist. This definitely has more staying power than my favorite TF fragrance Neroli Portofino. I will consider buying this.
Gigi from Seattle
It's divine!
myownbeautyguru from Cincinnati, Ohio
DD from Ga
This fragrance is amazing, the undertones are so unique and spicy and love how the scent stays on for a long time and you continue to get hints of the fragrance throughout the day
Zadeke from Michigan
I received a sample of this and at first thought it smelled a bit like an old lady perfume. Then I put it on. I couldn't stop smelling myself, my lover was very complimentary, and a co-worker asked me what I was wearing. my new signature scent.
Ann from Statesboro, GA
Once put on, it takes a few minutes for the fragrance to develop into something that you just can't stop smelling until you can no longer smell...then you get some coffee grounds to sniff, so you can keep smelling this amazing perfume! So hard to explain, but I love it!!
Unruly Julie from Texas
And so do I! This fragrance is not for everyone. I think that it just doesn't mix well with some people's chemistry. But if you're one of those it works with, it is very rich and sensuous. I have always gotten lots of compliments when wearing it. It's the only fragrance that I use.
Cat from Austin
This is a terrible smell. It literally smells like bug spray! It gives me the worse headache and also it's so obvious when anyone wears it because it smells the same on everyone so nothing left to the imagination with this stinky perfume. The only reason I gave it one star is because I had to in order to leave a review.
Leigh from Raleigh nc
Musky sexy … like me❤️
adeline from chicago
I absolutely hated how it smelled on me. it made me smell like grandma and church, but on my husband it smelled so good. recommend as a men's fragrance.
Tytybug from Houston, Texas
I don't know if the heat got to it on the way to me or what but it has a very mature, woody, backwoods church smell to me and mom. I'm not mad at it and I appreciate that it's unisex. It definitely takes me on a journey lol It will be layered.
Amy Lynn from Milton, PA
This is one of those scents that you either love or hate. At first I hated it. I thought it smelled like an old ladies perfume. But once you get past the initial spray, the dry down turns this perfume into a sexy, warm, dark, mature scent. It lasts ALL day and then some on me. Even though the price is obscene.. its worth it. I only wear this on special occasions due to the cost so it can last longer🤣🤣🤣