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Score
77/100

The Woods Collection

Secret Source

2016

“Dark chocolate, orchid and incense over vanilla — a velvet-dark floral for nights that go late.”

Secret Source
woody
warm spicy
floral
$30–$50Fair value

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Notes

Top

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Across a table
Sillage
Strong trail

Fit

Best in fall, at night. Winter works too. Unisex.

When

  • Spring, 33%
  • Summer, 20%
  • Fall, 100%, best
  • Winter, 77%, works
  • Day, 47%
  • Night, 73%, best

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Secret Source a good Tom Ford Black Orchid dupe?

91% similarity to Tom Ford Tom Ford Black Orchid in our database — a real match, not just shared notes. At $30–$50 vs Tom Ford's $110–$155, it's one of the closer budget interpretations of that DNA.

What does Secret Source smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Tom Ford Black Orchid Parfum (53%), Tom Ford Black Orchid Eau de Toilette (50%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Secret Source last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear Secret Source?

Secret Source is best in fall, at night. Winter works too.