Acquired

Tom Ford 2007 EDP

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Black Violet

by Clément Gavarry , Pascal Gaurin

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Tom Ford Black Violet is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by Clément Gavarry and Pascal Gaurin. Black Violet opens with Citrus, Fruity, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Violet, and dries down to a base of Woody and Oakmoss. Tom Ford's Black Violet carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Tom Ford's Black Violet is a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it woodland odyssey. Discontinued, of course, because anything this interesting can't possibly stick around. If you track down an authentic bottle, you're in for a ride.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Bold
  • Sensual
Black Violet Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Woody
100%
Citrus
93%
Violet Floral
93%
Mossy
83%
Powdery
77%
Fruity
75%

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Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong character and occasional beast-mode performance, this isn't one for the office. It truly shines on a date or for formal events, where its mysterious and sensual qualities can be appreciated without being overpowering. Casual wear is possible, but it feels a bit much for everyday errands.

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Opens with a zesty, almost sharp citrus and fruity burst. Soon, a deep, earthy violet emerges, not a sweet, powdery floral but something darker and more mysterious. This blends seamlessly with a rich, mossy, woody base, creating an intriguing chypre profile. It's a journey from vibrant fruit to a forest floor, with the violet lingering throughout, sophisticated yet untamed.

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