Diptyque 2003 Edt

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Tam Dao

Diptyque Tam Dao is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2003. The fragrance opens with Rose, Cypress, and Myrtle, settles into a heart of Sandalwood and Cedar, and dries down to a base of Rosewood, Spicy, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on Tam Dao: Favourite

Tam Dao EDT is a subtle, photorealistic woody fragrance that evokes deep calm, but be warned: performance is often fleeting. It's a love-it-or-go-anosmic scent, so test before you commit.
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  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Woody
Tam Dao Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 12%
Fruity 0%
Green 11%
Sweet 14%
Warm 12%
Woody 45%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 14%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Aromatic
52%
Powdery
52%
Warm Spicy
49%
Fresh Spicy
41%

Notes

Top Notes

Cypress 42% Myrtle 31% Rose 27%

Heart Notes

Sandalwood 54% Cedar 46%

Base Notes

Rosewood 27% Spicy 26% Amber 24% Musk 24%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its intimate sillage and clean, woody accords make it highly suitable for the office and casual wear. While pleasant for a date, its lack of projection means it's for close encounters, and the casual, natural vibe makes it less ideal for formal settings.

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About

Opens with an aromatic, green bite of cypress and myrtle before settling into a soft, creamy heart of sandalwood and cedar. A hint of rosewood, amber, and a gentle spicy-musk base lingers, creating a dry, natural, and remarkably tranquil woody aroma. It's like wandering through a quiet forest mist after a light rain, or sitting in a meditative wooden sauna.

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