Bottle photo  Tom Ford
Bottle photo  Tom Ford
Image  Tom Ford
Image  Tom Ford
Eau de parfum

Tom Ford Patchouli Absolu

Gender image: Unisex
Gender:
Unisex
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Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Identity and Release History

Tom Ford Patchouli Absolu, released in 2014, is a unisex fragrance from the prestigious Private Blend collection by the Tom Ford brand.

This perfume embodies the brand's DNA: uncompromising luxury, where the name Tom Ford is synonymous with bold sensuality and elegance.

Patchouli Absolu reinterprets the classic patchouli note, often associated with the hippie era, through the lens of modern luxury characteristic of Tom Ford, offering a fresh perspective on the traditional ingredient.

Positioning and Wearability

Classified as unisex, Patchouli Absolu is suitable for both men and women, offering a middle sillage that leaves a noticeable but not overwhelming trail, perfectly balancing modesty and presence.

In the concentration of perfume water, it has excellent longevity, making it a perfect choice for evening outings, romantic dates, or special occasions where one wants to stand out with sophistication.

For optimal application, it is recommended to enter the cloud onto the skin so that the fragrance unfolds evenly, highlighting the natural nuances, and from 1 to 2 sprays on clothing to extend the sillage and create a lasting aura.

It is ideal for the autumn-winter season, adding warmth and depth to the image, but can also be adapted for cool spring evenings, thanks to its versatile nature.

If you like Patchouli Absolu and are looking for alternatives, check out similar fragrances: Carner Barcelona Cuirs with its leathery accents, Burberry Burberry Brit Rhythm Intense for a more musical and energetic approach, and Mugler A*Men Pure Leather, which combines leather notes with sweetish undertones, expanding your olfactory horizons.

Authors and Influence

Creative director and perfumer Tom Ford personally worked on this release, bringing his unique style that blends modernity with classical elements, reflecting his vision of uncompromising elegance.

This fragrance strengthens Tom Ford's reputation as a brand that is not afraid to experiment, reinterpreting traditional notes like patchouli in the context of high fashion, and contributes to positioning Private Blend as a collection for true connoisseurs seeking exclusive and complex compositions.

Belonging to the aromatic and oriental families, it includes notes from the groups ambery, aromatic, earthy / mossy, musky, spicy, and woody, which emphasizes its complex character and makes it an intriguing choice for those who value depth and layering in perfumery.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

Pyramid of notes: from a spicy start to a sensual base

The fragrance opens with a refreshing duo of laurel and rosemary, creating a spicy-aromatic introduction that instantly grabs attention with its energy and freshness.

At the heart of the composition, deep shades unfold: musky cashmeran, woody guaiac wood, earthy nagarmota, iconic patchouli, and delicate violet, forming a rich and multifaceted chord where each note plays its role in creating a warm and inviting aura.

The base impresses with a luxurious blend of amber, leather accord, oakmoss, tonka beans, and musk, providing a long and sensual trail that gently envelops, leaving behind a trace of sophistication and mystery.

This pyramid showcases a masterful blend of spicy, woody, and musky notes, characteristic of oriental and aromatic families, creating a harmonious transition from a bright opening to a deep and cozy foundation, making Patchouli Absolu a truly unforgettable experience.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Tom Ford
Segment Niche perfumery
Country United States
Website https://tomford.com
Year of production 2014
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Estée Lauder Companies

Composition pyramid

Laurel
Rosemary
Cashmeran
Guaiac wood
Nagarmotha
Ambergris
Leather accord
Oak moss

Families

Fragrance characteristics

based on 11 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
25%
Unisex
62%
Female
12%
What kind of event
Date
0%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
100%
For every day
0%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
0%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
29%
Spring
Spring
21%
Summer
Summer
17%
Autumn
Autumn
33%
For what style / mood
Casual
0%
Gala
33%
Classic
33%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
33%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
29%
18-25 years old
8%
26-35 years old
8%
36-45 years
33%
46+ years old
17%
Any
4%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
25%
Enter the cloud
50%
1-2 atomisations
25%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
0%
On the wrist
0%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
0%
Behind the ears
0%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
0%
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100%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
25%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
25%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
33%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
33%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
17%
Joy
17%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
Excellent quality
5
Spray
Spray
Excellent quality
5
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
Excellent quality
5
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