HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Black Orchid vs Carlisle
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Black Orchid leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Carlisle leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
90/100
Longevity
86/100
85/100
Sillage
85/100
20%
Day Wear
35%
80%
Night Wear
65%
10%
Spring
15%
5%
Summer
10%
40%
Autumn
40%
45%
Winter
35%
54
Value (lower price wins)
43
Black Orchid
Top
Dark Chocolate, Black Truffle, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot
Heart
Black Orchid, Fruity Notes, Lotus Wood, Jasmine
Base
Patchouli, Vanilla, Incense, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Carlisle
Top
Apple, Nutmeg, Bergamot
Heart
Jasmine, Patchouli, Cinnamon
Base
Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood
Shared Notes (5)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Black Orchid or Carlisle better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Black Orchid leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Carlisle leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Black Orchid or Carlisle?
Black Orchid lasts longer. Black Orchid is rated very long lasting (10h - 14h) while Carlisle is rated long lasting (8h - 12h).
Do Black Orchid and Carlisle smell similar?
They share 5 notes: Bergamot, Jasmine, Patchouli, Vanilla, Sandalwood. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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