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Tom Ford · Sold as unisex
Black Orchid Reserve
The decadence of an after-dinner chocolate truffle, served in a quiet, warmly lit room where the scent lingers long after the last bite.
Full bottle: Luxury tier, typically $250+. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Black Orchid ReserveLuxury · $250+
51%Similar accords, often for lessGood Girl Blush Elixir Eau de Parfum · Carolina HerreraPremium tier, $100–250 · shares bergamot, patchouli and vanilla8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Black Orchid Reserve by Tom Ford is a new fragrance that launched in 2025, combining sweet and warm spicy accords with earthy undertones. The composition begins with the rich aroma of truffle and bergamot before leading into the heart notes of ylang-ylang and black orchid. Dark chocolate and patchouli add depth and warmth to the base, while tonka and vanilla provide a luxurious finish that feels both intimate and indulgent.
One to two sprays is sufficient — the dark chocolate and patchouli notes project well but are best appreciated close to skin. This fragrance pairs beautifully with evening wear and will last through an extended night out.
Fig. 01 — Black Orchid Reserve, Tom Ford
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The Black Orchid line
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Designer Tom Ford
More from the house · founded 2006 · United States
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The originalBlack Orchid ReserveTom Ford · Luxury · $250+Carolina Herrera · 2024Good Girl Blush Elixir Eau de ParfumShares Bergamot, Patchouli and Vanilla$100–250★ 4.03 (2,522)44%Match
Guerlain · 2024Habit Rouge ParfumShares Bergamot, Patchouli and Vanilla$100–250★ 4.30 (1,937)45%Match
Mugler · 2015Angel Eau de Parfum Rechargeable Edition 2015Shares Bergamot, Patchouli and Vanilla$100–250★ 4.30 (184)45%Match
Ajmal · 2016HafaShares 4 of its 10 notesunder $40★ 4.28 (29)
With Bon Parfumeur 303 piment, baie rose, benjoin
Adds amber, aromatic and soft spicy; shares ylang-ylang and patchouli.
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 47%, disliked or hated by 15%.