Black Orris
Haute Fragrance Company HFCEau de Parfum2017
Side by side
Black Orris vs. Ambre Sultan
Is Black Orris better than Ambre Sultan?
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Sandalwood
woodyamberwarm spicyfresh spicy
This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Black Orris and Ambre Sultan?
| Black Orris | Ambre Sultan | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2017 | 1993 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Vincent Ricord | Christopher Sheldrake |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Black Orris and Ambre Sultan smell?
Black Orris
Powdery
Iris
Woody
Amber
Warm Spicy
Violet
Fresh Spicy
Earthy
Ambre Sultan
Amber
Fresh Spicy
Balsamic
Aromatic
Warm Spicy
Woody
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Black Orris and Ambre Sultan share?
Top
BergamotLemon
Bay LeafCorianderOreganoAngelica
Heart
IrisSpicy NotesBlack Pepper
Myrtle
Base
SandalwoodAmbergrisMusk
AmberBenzoinVanillaSandalwoodMyrrhPatchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Black Orris or Ambre Sultan?
| Black Orris | Ambre Sultan | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Black Orris and Ambre Sultan?
Iris is usually a women's note. Black Orris disagrees. The powdery softness is there, but framed by black pepper and sandalwood, masculine enough to hold it.Black Orris
This is not the amber of amber-filled cookies or syrups. It is raw, resinous, and aggressively warm, with herbal and savory notes that emerge depending on your skin chemistry.Ambre Sultan
The hunt
Where to buy Black Orris and Ambre Sultan
| Black Orris | Ambre Sultan | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.7 oz | — | $109.71ecosmetics |
| 3.4 oz | — | $155.04ecosmetics |
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