Tom Ford 2008 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Italian Cypress

by Carlos Benaïm

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Tom Ford Italian Cypress is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Carlos Benaïm. Italian Cypress opens with Citrus and Mint, and settles into a heart of Woody Notes, Cypress, and Basil. Tom Ford's Italian Cypress carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

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.
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Italian Cypress Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus50%
Mint50%
Heartas listed
Basil33%
Cypress33%
Woody Notes33%

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
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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best 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.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat., Water Aqua Eau, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Pogostemon Cablin (patchouli) Oil, Fragrance (parfum), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Limonene, Linalool, Coumarin, Benzyl Benzoate, Eugenol, Citral, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Evernia Prunastri (oakmoss) Extract, Geraniol, Acetyl Cedrene, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (bergamot) Peel Oil, Linalyl Acetate, Pinene, Beta-caryophyllene, Carvone, Geranyl Acetate, Terpineol, Mentha Viridis (spearmint) Leaf Oil, Terpinolene, Camphor, Alpha Terpinene, Vanillin

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Printed with this list: ILN54555

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Italian Cypress opens with a bracing blast of green cypress, sharp and resinous, immediately softened by a minty freshness and a hint of bright citrus. As it settles, the woody core emerges, rich and aromatic, underscored by a whisper of basil. It evolves into a refined, evergreen scent, evoking sun-drenched Mediterranean landscapes with its earthy, herbaceous depth.

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