Scentonym Analysis
Our objective metric for performance per dollar.
The Verdict
La Yuqawam Pour Femme is a solid alternative to Black Orchid. It captures the essence well enough to satisfy those who appreciate the style but balk at the designer price tag. It's not a perfect dupe; the synthetic quality is noticeable, particularly in direct comparison. If you're okay with a less refined, but still enjoyable, take on Black Orchid, this is a smart buy. If you demand ultra-high quality ingredients and seamless blending, then maybe.
Olfactory Experience
La Yuqawam Pour Femme makes a valiant effort at mimicking Tom Ford's Black Orchid, hitting around 88% of the mark. The initial blast delivers that signature truffle and dark fruit, but with a slightly sharper, more synthetic edge than the smooth richness of the original. The gardenia is there, though a bit more forward and less creamy. The heart continues this trend; the spicy orchid is recognizable, yet lacks the opulent depth that defines Black Orchid. The drydown is where it deviates most. You get a similar chocolate-patchouli vibe, but Rasasi's version feels thinner, with a less pronounced vanilla sweetness.
Performance Reality Check
Longevity is respectable. Expect around 6-7 hours on skin, projecting moderately for the first 2-3. It definitely leaves a scent trail initially. Don’t expect beast mode performance.
Performance Audit
Based on average wear time
Sillage & radius
Relative to market avg
Why we track this:
Price Arbitrage: Significant savings compared to the original Tom Ford pricing.
Community Verified: Cross-referenced against 200 enthusiast votes for accuracy.