Tom Daxon 2017 EDP

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Riven Oak

by Tom Daxon

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Tom Daxon Riven Oak is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Tom Daxon. Riven Oak opens with Allspice, Bergamot, and Rum, settles into a heart of Oak, Amber, and Iso E Super, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Vetiver. Tom Daxon's Riven Oak carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Tom Daxon's Riven Oak is an absolute masterclass, a true shape-shifter that'll keep you sniffing your wrist all day. Forget the niche snobs, this is a seriously sophisticated, underrated gem that's begging to be your new signature scent - if you can handle its complex journey, that is.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Confident
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Classic
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Riven Oak Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Allspice37%
Rum36%
Bergamot27%
Heartas listed
Oak41%
Iso E Super34%
Amber25%
Baseas listed
Vetiver40%
Cedar35%
Musk25%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Given its strong performance and rich, woody-amber profile, Riven Oak is ideal for cooler weather and more intimate or dressed-up occasions. While versatile enough for smart casual, its presence might be a bit much for a very formal office environment or active sports.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Woody amber musk Tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes from Iso E Super

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Riven Oak takes you on a wild ride, opening with a boozy splash of rum and a hint of pimiento, brightened by a zesty bergamot kick. As it settles, a smooth, dark oak takes centre stage, wrapped in the modern warmth of Iso E Super and a gentle amber glow. The drydown leaves you with an elegant trail of cedar, vetiver, and a soft, lingering musk, conjuring images of a cosy, polished study with a rich, woody aroma.

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