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The year 2023 gave us Grey Vetiver Parfum Tom Ford. This is a masculine fragrance rooted in the wood family. From the Grey Vetiver collection; released as perfume extract.
Country of origin — the United States: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. Grey Vetiver Parfum Tom Ford unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of Grey Vetiver Parfum is shaped as a cohesive olfactory arc, where layers reveal themselves with precision and warmth. The signature of Tom Ford comes through in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. Every decision feels deliberate, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Perfume extract keeps the depth and body this composition needs.
At olfactory-group level the composition is built around Whiteflower, Spicy and Wood. From a family perspective the scent maps to Wood.
When the structure is mixed the fragrance opens as a single chord with a lush white floral mood: Orange blossom, Saffron and Vetiver. Here 3 notes sound as one integrated frame, building floral tenderness that feels seamless.
The middle and base stages are felt as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The internal accord map rests on these accords: Floral, Wood and Spicy with each one in a clear role. The gender direction is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
In summary Grey Vetiver Parfum holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best judged on skin.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Tom Ford |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | https://tomford.com |
| Year of production | 2023 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
| License holder | Estée Lauder Companies |
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