Dupe review · Scentual Obsessions
Orchid Obsession
Scentual Obsessions made Orchid Obsession with one brief: Tom Ford Black Orchid — and it costs 60% less per 100ml.
- Smells like
- Tom Ford Black Orchid
- Price
- $40
- Size
- 30ml
- Per 100ml
- $133
- Original per 100ml
- $330
- Made by
- Scentual Obsessions
The FragDNA review · on paper
A Dark, Opulent Bouquet at Half the Price
FragDNA · compiled from a comparison on paper — the listed notes and prices; nobody has reviewed it yet · 22 October 2026
- Opening
- The top notes of black truffle, ylang‑ylang, bergamot and black currant hint at a rich, slightly earthy opening with a bright citrus lift.
- Dry-down
- The base of vanilla, incense, amber and sandalwood suggests a warm, resinous dry‑down with lingering sweetness and smoky depth.
- Best for
- Evening wear with a gourmand, sophisticated vibe
On paper, Scentual Obsessions Orchid Obsession mirrors Tom Ford Black Orchid in several key accords, sharing black currant, ylang‑ylang, bergamot, patchouli, vanilla and incense. The dupe adds its own twists with black truffle, black orchid, black plum, amber and sandalwood, while the original leans on gardenia, lotus, spices and broader fruity notes. This note‑level comparison points to a darker, more resin‑forward character in the dupe, contrasted with the original’s floral‑spice balance.
Pricing places the dupe at $133 per 100 ml versus $330 for the Tom Ford original, offering a considerably lower entry point for those attracted to the shared gourmand and woody facets. However, the absence of gardenia, lotus and the wider spice palette in the dupe means the overall aromatic story will differ, and the addition of amber and sandalwood may shift the finish towards a more amber‑rich, smoky profile.
The verdictOn paper the dupe offers a comparable dark, gourmand core at a much lower price, but its distinct additional notes suggest a different aromatic journey rather than a direct replica.
Nobody has reviewed this dupe yet — this compares the published notes and prices. We rewrite it as soon as wearers do.
Worth a try
FragDNA score · on paper
On paper
On paper, Orchid Obsession is a reasonable bet if you want Black Orchid for less.
Scentual Obsessions lists 8 of the 12 notes in Black Orchid's pyramid — truffle, black currant, ylang-ylang, bergamot and orchid and more. What it does not list: gardenia, spices, lotus and fruity notes; and it adds black plum, floral notes and amber of its own.
At $133 per 100ml it costs 60% less than Black Orchid — the 18th cheapest of 18 twins we can price.
Some wearers dispute how close it gets — the match is the seller's claim, so read the votes before you buy.
Notes compared with Black Orchid
in bothonly in the original+ only in Orchid Obsession
Reviewed on paper: from the notes and strength Scentual Obsessions publishes, the price per 100ml, and how firmly the match is claimed. How it really smells on skin is what the votes below are for.
What it's built to smell like
The original opens on truffle, gardenia and black currant, turns to orchid, spices and lotus, and settles into patchouli, vanilla and incense. That is the brief Orchid Obsession is working from.
Top
- truffle
- gardenia
- black currant
Heart
- orchid
- spices
- lotus
Base
- patchouli
- vanilla
- incense
A lush, dark oriental of orchid, truffle and chocolate; unmistakable, seductive and boldly glamorous.
Some fans dispute how close this one gets — it is listed against the original by its seller.
How it ranks against the other twins
Of the 24 twins of Tom Ford Black Orchid we can price, Orchid Obsession is number 18 on price per 100ml.
- 01 The Dupe Spot Black Orchid #24 $13/100ml
- 02 The Essence Vault Black Orchid $32/100ml
- 03 The Essence Vault The Essence Vault $32/100ml
- 04 The Essence Vault Black Orchid $32/100ml
- 05 Bujairami 10/10 $33/100ml
- 06 Noted Aromas Rio $33/100ml
- 07 Blossom Perfumery 402 $34/100ml
- 08 Match Perfumes Black Orchid $39/100ml
- 09 HK Perfumes Sexy Orchid $64/100ml
- 10 AromaPassions Elegant $69/100ml
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The community
What people say about Orchid Obsession
Rating
—How close to Black Orchid
—Would buy again
—Longevity
Projection
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In the forum
Start a discussion →Questions
What does Scentual Obsessions Orchid Obsession smell like?
It is built to smell like Tom Ford Black Orchid — truffle, gardenia and black currant up top, orchid, spices and lotus in the heart, patchouli, vanilla and incense in the base.
Is Scentual Obsessions Orchid Obsession a dupe of Tom Ford Black Orchid?
Yes — Scentual Obsessions sells it as its version of Tom Ford Black Orchid.
How much cheaper is Scentual Obsessions Orchid Obsession than Tom Ford Black Orchid?
60% less per 100ml: about $133 per 100ml against $330 for the original.
Where can I buy Scentual Obsessions Orchid Obsession?
It is in stock at $40 for 30ml — the link on this page goes straight to the shop.