This is 100% true. I used to be a perfumers intern for Estée Lauder (they make tom Ford fragrances). The perfumers are given a budget and a task to make scents; there’s no specific requirements to make it for MEN NOR WOMEN. They are given the creative liberty to do as they please. Once they are done, they would give it to the “boards” which consist of Estée Lauder’s head of beauty, other perfumers, director, Tom ford himself, etc... they then VOTE if it should be “masculine”, unisex or “feminine”. Once they figure that out, they push it out to the marketing team for name, bottle design, colors, etc...
I love your vocabulary as you explain this new fragrance!!! I live in the United States and I just ordered this fragrance. I can't wait for this fragrance to arrive. I love the original but I've been looking for something new and exciting!!!
My ex bought me BO for Christmas two years ago. For me personally, it's far too feminine for my liking. Not that that's a bad thing whatsoever, but I think it's very important for men to know EXACTLY what they are getting with this fragrance. Bold, rich, sweet, heavy, long-lasting, and feminine. If I could put a face on the fragrance of Black Orchid, it would be Russel Brand. Does that make sense?
My opinion echoes yours exactly - I could care less what's "masculine" or "feminine." I wear Black Orchid EDT on occasion because I just love how it smells! Even the EDT has insane silliage and longevity. Gotten many compliments, and you can almost guarantee you won't smell like any other man around...if you can pull it off, it's a fun one to wear
Just placed my order, such a good line from TF. Id say the EDT balances the notes better but I couldn’t agree more with your assessment of the EDP. It’s such a polarizing edible inducing masterpiece.
I adore the TF Black Orchid perfume. Just ordered the body oil. This is probably my all time favorite perfume, especially in the cooler months. It's very well formulated.
@@miklas.k I have both the EDP and Parfum. As a male, I much rather prefer the Parfum as it stays pretty much the same as the opening for the entire time, while the EDP becomes more floral with time imo. Both perform great
I’ve worn black orchid as my signature scent for years now. It last forever, always get compliments, and to be honest… I didn’t even know it was “for women” but I’m not changing now 🙈🤣
Awesome review, I thoroughly enjoyed it I love the way you gave just a few notes. the way you painted a picture and told a story this is how I like to see fragrances done. Love it!!! 👍🏽 You brought this fragrance to life.
i bought a sample of black orchid to test it out thinking i wouldn't like it or i'd be on the fence. sprayed it once, and i'm in love. as a college student, i'm willing to heavily save money to get this in the next 3 months lol
what is longevity like compared to the original, does this new one last alot longer? shame its not released in UK yet! sounds great, i have the original, and i want this new parfum one
Robin i absolutely love your channel! Since I’ve started watching you’ve I’ve really stepped up my fragrance game! I’m also starting to change my style of dressing, you’re very inspiring! ♥️♥️ thanks for everything
Thanks robin that definitely on to try list. I know what you mean about male and female fragrances. Recently I tried Penhaligans Yasmine which is meant to be a woman's fragrance but gosh what a scent it was. Totally hypnotic with boozy fruits. I think it's more masculine as well. Have you tried it and what did you think ?
I love love love penhaligons! Bewitching Yasmine is EVERYTHING AND MORE 😍😍😍 I also own Cairo, Halfeti, Halfeti Leather, Halfeti Cedar, As Sawira, Mister Sam and Sohan 😍🤤
What's the least expensive Tom Ford cologne for men, and how does it measure up to Man Made 18:21, and other Tobacco Vanilla, and Sandalwood cologne fragrances?
Hello from India. The best perfume review I have seen so far. I really liked the way you incorporated a little story behind the brand and the perfume itself.
I dont know about you, but I love smelling a nice fragrance on myself around the house. If I am not wearing a fragrance I feel like my day hasn't began, such a great mood booster!
idk what you're talking about, where I'm at people are socialising with no mask (only for transport or shops) but I still go out with my frags on and have a good time with mates
Great review! Always loved the original Black orchid but found it to in your face and loud for my liking, so will definitely getting my beak around this one when it arrives in 6 months to Australia!
Never seriously consider buying black orchid because maremma from tiziana Terenzi is very similar and I already own it. But the Parfum sounds different. Thank you for the thorough review.
So I got a sampler of this. I was unsure about a "unisex" fragrance, as I've had bad experiences in the past. I tend to wear BdC EdP, Sauvage, AdG Essenza, MMM Jazz Club, etc. Pretty "manly" scents. This stuff though, is magic. The other offers are scents, this is an "aura." It's very potent but so warm and inviting. I can't stop smelling myself while I'm wearing it. One spray to the chest before getting dressed and then dab both wrists. It's intoxicating. I'm buying a bottle next week, I need this permanently in my life
Just paid for the original Black Orchid from Zalora even though i hv no idea how it smell like. But from what i've been reading, the base might smell like Narciso Rodriguez (all black bottle) For sure im gonna love it. Expensive & empowering !!
Love your reviews mate, really appreciate the honesty. I have a sample of the eau de parfum, i love it and find it extremely intoxicating - but it does lean a touch too feminine for me to wear. I will give the parfum a go though, as based on what you have said this could be the one for me. cheers.
I am going to buy one of the Tom Ford perfumes, can you recommend any of them to have. Which one do you prefer among these perfumes Tobacco Vanille ,Tobacco Oud , Oud Wood , and Noir de Noir? Thanks in advance!
I own all of them. Prob need to get some info from you before recommending. Are you seasoned in the fragrance game? Male or female? You looking for an occasional fragrance or something to wear often?
I say Yaaaaaaeeeeessssss! I am over the top in love with the unapologetic juicy, commanding and straight up silky vibe of the parfum edition. Holy smokes!!! The level of sophistication has been amped up and for me, the fact that it doesn’t SHOUT you are entering the building is a GOOD thing! There is definitely enough projection and silage to mark your announcement as it is without a doubt, a seductive, refined and alpha scent for those who dare. MEOW!
Hello, I recently bought black orchid edp, and have a feeling like there's smth wrong. Cause I've heard a lot of reviews saying it's super long lasting fragrance and etc. but after I spray it I can barely smell anything in 1 hour. I love the smell but just a bit upset with the performance. What is your opinion? (Btw have no doubts on the originality, bought for full price from Bloomingdale's, specially to avoid fakes) and I spray good 4-5 times in different parts of a body, to be clear
Robin, if you have to be honest, is this fragrance a must try/buy/wear if you usually spend between €60 and €100 on a fragrance? Is it worth that extra money?
life saver. I pretty much have zero fashion sense LOL but I'm trying to step it up and part of my step up is getting...mature?...cologne. I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks fragrances are just fragrances and this whole for women for men thing is silly. Anyways, thank you for this I was struggling to decide on what to buy. I think I'll grab the gold bottle and a sample of the black bottle. Glad I found your channel. Definitely subscribing.
Green Irish tweed from Creed has been my signature scent for few years and although I have a collection of others and have tried others in shops I always end up going back to Creed.
Sadly, I loved the 2006 Black Orchid and am not a fan of the 2020 version. I would LOVE to purchase a bottle of the older version that anyone would like to get rid of!!
I’ve moved away from the original Black Orchid, I found it quite... consuming perhaps? Too overwhelming for me. I’m really loving Loewe’s 001 Man edp now.
Umm..It wears different for me..The EDP projects more and last longer - which is weird because the Parfum should be more potent. If Tom is asking me for more money I'm not looking for subtle.
Has anyone been perfume shopping lately? There’s no testers out department stores look like closing down sales it’s ridiculous I just turned and left. Good luck trying to flog a £90 fragrance untried
Black Orchid Parfum is such a gorgeous boozy floral! On my skin I get just that a rum covered flower (ylang ylang) and plum. I haven’t put it down since I got it. I sniff myself throughout the day when I wear it. Yes, it is super sexy & seductive.
My favorite is original Black Orchid (the black bottle), it always put a smile on my face when I put it on, make me happy. Everyone only give me compliment with it. To me it smells like sex, seduction ...perfection love it. Just I love it, I agree with everything you say about it. When I was younger my signature perfume was Salvaror Dali- Laguna, but when I got older, this one is number 1.
What do you think? Is it a fragrance you want to try?
Tom Ford so yeah!!!!😅
Great video, your hair looks great!
@@xavierpaul852 hahahaha nice one😂
Wish i could. I'm skint at the moment lol
@@johnno6999 😂😂😂 I'm skinter!😅
@@arbernani4727 Thank you!
This is 100% true. I used to be a perfumers intern for Estée Lauder (they make tom Ford fragrances). The perfumers are given a budget and a task to make scents; there’s no specific requirements to make it for MEN NOR WOMEN. They are given the creative liberty to do as they please. Once they are done, they would give it to the “boards” which consist of Estée Lauder’s head of beauty, other perfumers, director, Tom ford himself, etc... they then VOTE if it should be “masculine”, unisex or “feminine”. Once they figure that out, they push it out to the marketing team for name, bottle design, colors, etc...
Oh really that’s interesting, I’m kinda curious like what are your top 3 favourite perfumes?
I love your vocabulary as you explain this new fragrance!!! I live in the United States and I just ordered this fragrance. I can't wait for this fragrance to arrive. I love the original but I've been looking for something new and exciting!!!
Thanks Deborah
My ex bought me BO for Christmas two years ago. For me personally, it's far too feminine for my liking. Not that that's a bad thing whatsoever, but I think it's very important for men to know EXACTLY what they are getting with this fragrance. Bold, rich, sweet, heavy, long-lasting, and feminine.
If I could put a face on the fragrance of Black Orchid, it would be Russel Brand. Does that make sense?
My opinion echoes yours exactly - I could care less what's "masculine" or "feminine." I wear Black Orchid EDT on occasion because I just love how it smells! Even the EDT has insane silliage and longevity. Gotten many compliments, and you can almost guarantee you won't smell like any other man around...if you can pull it off, it's a fun one to wear
You don’t care about what’s masculine or feminine? So you don’t mind smelling like a woman?
You won't smell like other men, because it's a female fragrance.
Just placed my order, such a good line from TF. Id say the EDT balances the notes better but I couldn’t agree more with your assessment of the EDP. It’s such a polarizing edible inducing masterpiece.
I adore the TF Black Orchid perfume. Just ordered the body oil. This is probably my all time favorite perfume, especially in the cooler months. It's very well formulated.
I’ve just got a decant of this and I’m really surprised. I find it so much more wearable than the original. I’m liking it.
The original Black Orchid has been my signature scent for some years now.
Will you try this one?
It is for womeeeeeen
@@CloudOmegaVII ignorant
Would you recommend it? And hows the Performance?
@@miklas.k I have both the EDP and Parfum. As a male, I much rather prefer the Parfum as it stays pretty much the same as the opening for the entire time, while the EDP becomes more floral with time imo. Both perform great
Hey Robin I'd love a video on fragrances that you've purchased that you think are overrated / not worth the money. It would be very interesting :)
Good idea!
Can’t wait to try this one. Love the EDP on my GF (and I have a small decant I enjoy myself) but this sounds great also.
It's a fantastic fragrance!
I’ve worn black orchid as my signature scent for years now. It last forever, always get compliments, and to be honest… I didn’t even know it was “for women” but I’m not changing now 🙈🤣
Getting it. Thank you for the reviews Robin 🇲🇽
You're so welcome
"These are sex. These are seductive"
*Jeremy Fragrance compliment videos intensify*
Someone told me that 😂
Awesome review, I thoroughly enjoyed it I love the way you gave just a few notes. the way you painted a picture and told a story this is how I like to see fragrances done. Love it!!! 👍🏽 You brought this fragrance to life.
Thank you, Cheraye.
i bought a sample of black orchid to test it out thinking i wouldn't like it or i'd be on the fence. sprayed it once, and i'm in love. as a college student, i'm willing to heavily save money to get this in the next 3 months lol
what is longevity like compared to the original, does this new one last alot longer? shame its not released in UK yet! sounds great, i have the original, and i want this new parfum one
It's really very good. Both are great but the Parfum is still very lively on the dry down. Lasts longer.
@@ManForHimself please does the old Black Orchid have reformulation issues as regards to its performance?
Thanks.
@@jajiolatunde9655 I have 2020 EDP and it's a beast.
Robin i absolutely love your channel! Since I’ve started watching you’ve I’ve really stepped up my fragrance game! I’m also starting to change my style of dressing, you’re very inspiring! ♥️♥️ thanks for everything
Just bought it because of u! Thanks for reviewing it for me
Let me know how you get on!
how is it?
I love both. The black one is mysterious, amazing, elegant, impressive
Absolutely loved your video thank you so much for that really looking forward to trying this
Thank you
Such a good review and channel ! Love it
Great video, I'll have to get my nose on it! I love tom ford fragrances, ombre leather being my signature scent during the fall and winter.
I love Ombre Leather too!
Thanks robin that definitely on to try list. I know what you mean about male and female fragrances. Recently I tried Penhaligans Yasmine which is meant to be a woman's fragrance but gosh what a scent it was. Totally hypnotic with boozy fruits. I think it's more masculine as well. Have you tried it and what did you think ?
Hey Mark. No, I haven't tried it but this sounds right up my street. I'll get onto it. If you have any other suggestions, please do pass them on!
Robin James I find the Yasmin fragrance one that I just keep smelling as the liquor note is just fabulous. I’d be really interested how you find it.
I love love love penhaligons! Bewitching Yasmine is EVERYTHING AND MORE 😍😍😍 I also own Cairo, Halfeti, Halfeti Leather, Halfeti Cedar, As Sawira, Mister Sam and Sohan 😍🤤
Great review mate. I like your explanations!
Thanks very much.
I TOTALLY get that drift. I used black orchid on my BDSM sessions.
Play safe!
Fun
What's the least expensive Tom Ford cologne for men, and how does it measure up to Man Made 18:21, and other Tobacco Vanilla, and Sandalwood cologne fragrances?
Try the TF extreme noir.
Hello from India. The best perfume review I have seen so far. I really liked the way you incorporated a little story behind the brand and the perfume itself.
2:00 Michael Jackson wore the black Tom Ford Black Orchid one. It was his fav I am assuming.
I’m so mad about this virus. I want to buy a Tom Ford fragrance now that I have money saved but what’s the point if I’m barely going to use it 😒
A little spritz for yourself is always good!
Yes its frustrating. Everybody wearing mask.
I dont know about you, but I love smelling a nice fragrance on myself around the house. If I am not wearing a fragrance I feel like my day hasn't began, such a great mood booster!
@@williamchua7261 im around ppl social distancing.i can smell perfumes thru my mask.but of course its not the same
idk what you're talking about, where I'm at people are socialising with no mask (only for transport or shops) but I still go out with my frags on and have a good time with mates
Great review! Always loved the original Black orchid but found it to in your face and loud for my liking, so will definitely getting my beak around this one when it arrives in 6 months to Australia!
Cheers Ben
Well i have always thought about buying it but now i do really want the parfum.
Thanks for the review it is fantabulosa as usual.
Cheers Steven!
So so right. Who determines the perfume as masculine or feminine? It should make you feel good, that's all.
Preach!
@@ManForHimself any other "female" fragrances that could be unisex? I never look at that side of the stores so I'm curious
Never seriously consider buying black orchid because maremma from tiziana Terenzi is very similar and I already own it. But the Parfum sounds different. Thank you for the thorough review.
Agreed 👍
It's a great launch.
Hey Robin, I bought the Morrocanoil cream because of your review! I’m excited to try it
Amazing! It's a goodie. Let me know how you get on.
SO SO EXCITED ABOUT THIS !!! i have the original thank you Robin i trust your judgement ....... will be purchasing ! new one
It's a great launch!
So I got a sampler of this. I was unsure about a "unisex" fragrance, as I've had bad experiences in the past. I tend to wear BdC EdP, Sauvage, AdG Essenza, MMM Jazz Club, etc. Pretty "manly" scents.
This stuff though, is magic. The other offers are scents, this is an "aura." It's very potent but so warm and inviting. I can't stop smelling myself while I'm wearing it. One spray to the chest before getting dressed and then dab both wrists.
It's intoxicating. I'm buying a bottle next week, I need this permanently in my life
How is it that im just seeing your channel? Nice video. What is the longevity on the Black Orchid Parfum?
Thanks Romario. It's really good. Both are great but the Parfum holds on longer.
Just paid for the original Black Orchid from Zalora even though i hv no idea how it smell like. But from what i've been reading, the base might smell like Narciso Rodriguez (all black bottle)
For sure im gonna love it.
Expensive & empowering !!
So.... What'd you think?? And where'd you find the original scent?
Love your reviews mate, really appreciate the honesty. I have a sample of the eau de parfum, i love it and find it extremely intoxicating - but it does lean a touch too feminine for me to wear. I will give the parfum a go though, as based on what you have said this could be the one for me. cheers.
Hello Robin, I watch your videos sometimes. Many thanks. You are an extraordinary character. Greetings from Germany.
Robin, what brand of polo shirt is that you're wearing? I really like it!
Hey, it's from Next.
Brilliant review informative and straight to the point
Thanks Fidah.
Great review. And super entertaining!
Will you review tom ford lavender extreme? I love your explanation and they are quite accurate!
I really love the original and It’s my favourite Tom Ford
Great choice!
Now that is a fancy looking shirt . Good review also
Oooo can’t wait to try! Always thought the original was to sweet for me but this sounds great 👍🏻
Get your nose into it!
Great video Robin. Where is that shirt from??
Hey, this one is from Next!
Would you recommend the new one for women in your honest opinion?
I think I prefer the original Edp because I buy it so many years and is great performance, I smell Parfum but for me is too much🙄👍
I love the way you describe fragrances
Thanks Sergio
Solid review man!
I am going to buy one of the Tom Ford perfumes, can you recommend any of them to have. Which one do you prefer among these perfumes Tobacco Vanille ,Tobacco Oud , Oud Wood , and Noir de Noir?
Thanks in advance!
I own all of them. Prob need to get some info from you before recommending. Are you seasoned in the fragrance game? Male or female? You looking for an occasional fragrance or something to wear often?
A. Aton I have smelled them all before and I am male looking for Summer fragrance.
Thanks in advance
Out of those you listed, for summer, you’ll need to go with Oud Wood. The others are too dark and are suited for late fall and winter.
I'm 6,1, 16 stone musclur build and I've had a bottle of this, so not for ladies. If you want a scent to make an impact then this will.
I say Yaaaaaaeeeeessssss! I am over the top in love with the unapologetic juicy, commanding and straight up silky vibe of the parfum edition. Holy smokes!!! The level of sophistication has been amped up and for me, the fact that it doesn’t SHOUT you are entering the building is a GOOD thing! There is definitely enough projection and silage to mark your announcement as it is without a doubt, a seductive, refined and alpha scent for those who dare. MEOW!
My most favorite comment ever meow 😺
I has questions miss. So is there a perfume and a cologne of this? And... As a man should I grab the perfume version?
Brilliant review Robin,
Just to ask you, have you tried Jardin de Marrakesh from Aulentissima ???
No, but I love the suggestions! I have a very long list now! haha.
Hello, I recently bought black orchid edp, and have a feeling like there's smth wrong. Cause I've heard a lot of reviews saying it's super long lasting fragrance and etc. but after I spray it I can barely smell anything in 1 hour. I love the smell but just a bit upset with the performance. What is your opinion? (Btw have no doubts on the originality, bought for full price from Bloomingdale's, specially to avoid fakes) and I spray good 4-5 times in different parts of a body, to be clear
Make sure you use a non fragrance moisturiser first
Can't wait to try the parfum version
It's gorgeous!
The newer one I find is marketed unisex in their own website. 🤔 interesting
If you notice, everything is becoming unisex now, i thnik saying for men, restricts their sales potential
Which one has a bigger sillage? Or would you say they're the same
Robin, if you have to be honest, is this fragrance a must try/buy/wear if you usually spend between €60 and €100 on a fragrance? Is it worth that extra money?
It's a statement. It's a head-turner. I like it! But you should try!
@@ManForHimself it starts at €130 over here😭
What age bracket will u recommend wearing the parfum version?
life saver. I pretty much have zero fashion sense LOL but I'm trying to step it up and part of my step up is getting...mature?...cologne. I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks fragrances are just fragrances and this whole for women for men thing is silly. Anyways, thank you for this I was struggling to decide on what to buy. I think I'll grab the gold bottle and a sample of the black bottle. Glad I found your channel. Definitely subscribing.
Amazing review sir
Thanks Brandon
What do you think about the gold one on man?
I think if I were to get a Tom Ford fragrance, I would go for Tuscan Leather
Gorgeous choice!
Tobacco vanille for me
Shotgun wedding for me
Extreme Noir for me
It’s for sale now on the John Lewis website
De Langy e Langy, love the description you gave the juice, will be definitely trying this sometime soon
Thanks Isaac.
Thanks . What about the retail price for 100ml of the parfum ?
$230 in 2022
Black Orchid or Oud Satin Mood? Which one wins?
This definitely isn’t a cologne for the majority, but I’m glad I’m apart of the few who love it
I need a link for the exact shirt you are wearing :D
what brand ?
Hey, it's Next but was last season unfortunately.
I love Tom Ford all range this is expensive but I ll try must 2020
Green Irish tweed from Creed has been my signature scent for few years and although I have a collection of others and have tried others in shops I always end up going back to Creed.
You've found your signature scent!
Sadly, I loved the 2006 Black Orchid and am not a fan of the 2020 version. I would LOVE to purchase a bottle of the older version that anyone would like to get rid of!!
The 2020 version is more geared towards men and I love that.
My only issue with it is the bottle is Gold, how gaudy, the original is my signature
I'd normally think the same but I kinda love this!
@@ManForHimself Haha it's all good mate, can't wait to try the Parfum
I’ve moved away from the original Black Orchid, I found it quite... consuming perhaps? Too overwhelming for me.
I’m really loving Loewe’s 001 Man edp now.
This is consuming but in a totally different way. Need to try Loewe's 001!
Maybe a bit off topic, but great polo shirt, what brand is that?
Hey, it's from Next!
That shirt is fire
The original has been my signature fragrance for a while now, interested in smelling the new version
It's a great launch.
It is for women.
Cloud VII it’s a unisex fragrance, plus it’s a scent, scents don’t have genders
@@johanstevens5824 Perfume do have genders. Only leftists saying that perfumes do not have genders
Cloud VII only men who aren’t comfortable with their sexuality/masculinity would say that
I had this in 2007 if im not mistaken same bottle same smell but dont know how this is new , im pretty sure its the same
It’s the concentration of scent. Perfumes have more oils, eu de perfumes have slightly less, eu de colognes have less than eu de parfume and so on
Love boozy notes in my colognes also. One favorite of mine is the Fahrenheit Parfum one
Have you heard about Tom Ford Bitter Peach
Wanted to ask the same thing.
Will come soon.
Need to get on this!
How about an update video of your jewelry and accesories like watches, bracelets etc...?
Hey, I really don't wear jewellery but wear one of two watches.
You will definitely like Tobacco Oud Robin.
On it!
Umm..It wears different for me..The EDP projects more and last longer - which is weird because the Parfum should be more potent. If Tom is asking me for more money I'm not looking for subtle.
Has anyone been perfume shopping lately? There’s no testers out department stores look like closing down sales it’s ridiculous I just turned and left. Good luck trying to flog a £90 fragrance untried
thank you!!!!
I need that goddamn shirt, man. I already have the fragrance, but I need that shirt!
The original is my all time favorite fragrance that my wife loves on me.
Need to try this!
I a man love it but it makes me sneeze…yet I don’t care lmao it’s sweet and I like to pair it with ombré leather
I love black orchid, so I’m really looking to try this one!
You most definitely need to!
Black Orchid Parfum is such a gorgeous boozy floral! On my skin I get just that a rum covered flower (ylang ylang) and plum. I haven’t put it down since I got it. I sniff myself throughout the day when I wear it. Yes, it is super sexy & seductive.
Could you see a man wearing it and does it smell masculine on him?
Why can’t September come early? I can’t wait to have my hands on it. Anyway, you look gorgeous and great review 😊
Perfect for women!
My favorite is original Black Orchid (the black bottle), it always put a smile on my face when I put it on, make me happy. Everyone only give me compliment with it. To me it smells like sex, seduction ...perfection love it. Just I love it, I agree with everything you say about it.
When I was younger my signature perfume was Salvaror Dali- Laguna, but when I got older, this one is number 1.
I have the same top. In mustard haha next lol😅
Just noticed that you look like the actor from purfume movie
Nice shirt.