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Tom Ford White Patchouli Parfum bottle Tom Ford White Patchouli Oil
Oil Concentration EDP
F Gender U
2020 Year 2012
££ Price Tier ££££
Water Calligraphy Eau de Parfum bottle Water Calligraphy EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Tom Ford White Patchouli Oil
Stepping beyond typical patchouli, it balances floral and earthy depths for a sophisticated, modern touch.
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Our Verdict - Water Calligraphy EDP
This aquatic floral fragrance is a bit of a mixed bag; some find it a delightful, refined take on a classic, while others dismiss it as overpriced and unoriginal, comparing it to a fancy shampoo or L'Eau d'Issey. A divisive choice, so sample before committing.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Tom Ford White Patchouli Oil
Water Calligraphy EDP

Notes

Only in Tom Ford White Patchouli
Bergamot 55% Coriander 45%
Only in Water Calligraphy
Water Lily 57% Grapefruit 43%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 23% vs 45%
Only in Tom Ford White Patchouli
Rose 27% Peony 27% Floral 23%
Only in Water Calligraphy
Magnolia 55%
Only in Tom Ford White Patchouli
Patchouli 50% Incense 28% Woody 22%
Only in Water Calligraphy
Vetiver 55% Cardamom 45%

Accords

Tom Ford White Patchouli Water Calligraphy
Floral
100%
90%
Earthy
80%
White Floral
50%
50%
Citrus
68%
60%
Woody
Aquatic
58%
Fresh
52%
Aromatic
48%
100%
90%
White Floral shared
80%
50%
Citrus shared
50%
68%
60%
58%
52%
48%

Performance

Tom Ford White Patchouli Water Calligraphy
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Tom Ford White Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring Winter

Tom Ford White Patchouli's warm spicy and floral notes make it ideal for transitional seasons like spring and fall, though it can work in winter as well.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

The fragrance projects moderately and offers a warm spicy appeal that is suitable for office settings and romantic dates, but less so for sporty environments.

Water Calligraphy

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its low projection and clean, fresh accords make it perfect for the office and casual wear, especially in warm weather. However, its subtlety means it's less suited for formal events where a more commanding presence is desired.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Tom Ford White Patchouli Oil
Water Calligraphy EDP
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