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Italian Cypress Eau de Parfum bottle Italian Cypress EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2008 Year 2022
££££ Price Tier ££
Ocean of a Midnight Moon Eau de Parfum bottle Ocean of a Midnight Moon EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Italian Cypress EDP
A divisive masterpiece, Italian Cypress is hailed by many as Tom Ford's best work, though some find its classic, masculine leanings a bit dated. It's a commanding, high-quality scent that demands respect.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Ocean of a Midnight Moon EDP
This one's a proper crowd-pleaser for nautical aroma fans, elevating the 'blue' fragrance game with niche quality. It's safe, but in the best way possible, though some find it a bit too familiar. Despite a few nay-sayers, most agree it's a stellar aquatic with serious performance.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Italian Cypress EDP
Ocean of a Midnight Moon EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Citrus 50% vs 50%
Mint 50% vs 50%
Only in Ocean of a Midnight Moon
Sea Water 33% Myrtle 33% Juniper 33%

Accords

Italian Cypress Ocean of a Midnight Moon
100%
Woody
76%
85%
Aromatic
100%
77%
Fresh Spicy
74%
Marine
65%
58%
Green
46%
48%
Citrus
Woody shared
100%
76%
Aromatic shared
85%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
77%
74%
65%
Green shared
58%
46%
48%

Performance

Italian Cypress Ocean of a Midnight Moon
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Italian Cypress

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

While quite potent, its refined and mature profile makes it suitable for formal settings and dates, projecting an air of authority. Its strong character and classic feel make it less ideal for casual wear or sporty activities.

Ocean of a Midnight Moon

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its exceptional performance with strong projection necessitates a slightly lower office score, as it could be intrusive. However, its versatile fresh aromatic profile makes it suitable for almost any other setting, from casual outings to a sophisticated date night, with plenty of positive feedback about its all-rounder appeal.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, aromatic, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Italian Cypress EDP
Ocean of a Midnight Moon EDP
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