Tom Ford 2009 Edp

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Arabian Wood

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

Tom Ford Arabian Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Arabian Wood settles into a heart of Rose, Patchouli, Ylang-Ylang, and Lavender. Tom Ford's Arabian Wood carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - this isn't your typical Arabian wood scent. Expect a complex, shape-shifting floral chypre with a distinctly soapy, green edge. It's divisive, often compared to vintage classics and definitely not for those expecting an oud bomb.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
Arabian Wood Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6%
Floral 33%
Fruity 2%
Green 11%
Sweet 22%
Warm 5%
Woody 21%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 11%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
White Floral
61%
Floral
58%
Mossy
57%
Rose
57%

Notes

Heart Notes

Woody 8% Oakmoss 8% Rose 8% Galbanum 6% Lavender 6% Patchouli 5% Honey 5% Jasmine 5% Cedar 5% Gardenia 5% Bergamot 5% Freesia 5% Ylang-Ylang 5% Tonka Bean 5% Orange Blossom 5% Sandalwood 5% Amber 4% Orris 4%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While some find it strong, many note its moderate projection, making it adaptable. Its clean, sophisticated character aligns well with formal and date settings, contrasting with its less-suited nature for casual wear or sport due to its vintage floral chypre profile.

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About

Arabian Wood unfolds with a vibrant green burst thanks to galbanum, swiftly intertwined with a lush bouquet of rose, jasmine, and orange blossom. A honeyed sweetness softens the florals, preventing them from becoming too sharp. As it settles, a clean, almost soapy woodiness emerges from the cedar and sandalwood, grounded by a cool, earthy oakmoss and patchouli, with a hint of aromatic lavender adding a refined, almost aftershave-like crispness that lingers.

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