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Which Should You Buy?
A bold, woody-spicy statement with luxurious warmth and resinous depth. Impeccably blended for lovers of incense and woods, it stands out as a modern Tom Ford signature with impressive presence and lasting power.
This one's a proper mood-setter. It's a clean, pure sandalwood that divides opinion - some get pickles, some get perfection. But for those who get it, it's a creamy, sophisticated woodsy dream. Just forget the price for a minute, yeah?
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 5% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 26% | 23% |
| Warm | 33% | 24% |
| Woody | 30% | 38% |
| Earthy | 17% | 11% |
| Animalic | 4% | 3% |
| Fresh | 4% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The dominant woody, resinous, and spicy notes make this fragrance ideal for cooler weather and transitional seasons. It shines in fall and winter when warmth and depth are most appreciated, but its aromatic character is also suitable for early spring.
Occasions
Its rich, sophisticated blend makes it especially fitting for formal evenings or romantic occasions, but it also works for the office if applied lightly. Too sumptuous for sporty settings, but versatile enough for upscale daytime and nighttime wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Despite its luxurious feel, Sacred Wood's often noted as a subtle skin scent with moderate projection, making it suitable for casual wear and the office. It's refined enough for dates and some formal events, but its understated nature might not make a big impression for very high-stakes occasions. The woody, lactonic accords lend themselves more to everyday elegance than energetic activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Powdery, Warm Spicy accords and Sandalwood, Cedar notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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