Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Warm Spicy
100%
Earthy
98%
Woody
97%
Oud
91%
Sweet
86%
Powdery
81%
Vanilla
77%
Patchouli
77%
Balsamic
75%
Floral
67%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Warm Spicy, Earthy, and Woody) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Warm Spicy, Earthy, Woody, and Oud among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Warm Spicy, Earthy, Woody, and Oud among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Black Orchid OudbyTom Fordis a Amber Woody fragrance for women.Black Orchid Oudwas launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Calice Becker.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Black Orchid Oud office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Deeper woods and resins often feel natural in cooler months; they can feel heavy in extreme heat.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.