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Tom Ford 2013 EDP

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London

by Yann Vasnier

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Tom Ford London is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Yann Vasnier. London opens with Pepper, Cardamom, Saffron, and Cumin, and settles into a heart of Jasmine, Geranium, Labdanum, and Incense. Tom Ford's London carries a Statement verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

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

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

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.