Tom Ford 2013 Edp

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London

Tom Ford London is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. The fragrance opens with Coffee, Pepper, Cumin, and Saffron, and settles into a heart of Jasmine, Labdanum, Geranium, and Incense.

Our verdict on London: Statement

Tom Ford London is an absolute love-it-or-hate-it affair. It's divisive, animalic, and boldly challenging according to some; to others, it's a masterful, complex ode to a specific urban grit. One thing's for sure: it's not a safe blind buy.
  • Bold
  • Bright
  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
London Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3%
Floral 16%
Fruity 1%
Green 6%
Sweet 14%
Warm 48%
Woody 6%
Earthy 19%
Animalic 12%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong spicy and animalic profile, London is best suited for evening wear and dates, where its mysterious charm can unfold. Its moderate sillage and longevity mean it might just about pass in some office settings if applied lightly, but it's too distinctive for casual daytime wear or sports.

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About

It opens with a punchy blend of coffee and an array of warm, fresh spices like cumin, saffron, cardamom, and black pepper, adding an initial challenging edge. This quickly morphs into a heart of lush jasmine, smoky incense, and warm labdanum, with a hint of geranium adding a green, floral touch. The drydown reveals a rich base of oud and birch, woven with a persistent, musky warmth that hints at leather and an undeniable urban, almost metallic, character.