Tom Ford 2012 EDP

U ££££ Acquired

Lys Fume

by Shyamala Maisondieu , Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Tom Ford Lys Fume is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Shyamala Maisondieu and Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Lys Fume opens with Mandarin, Pink Pepper, Nutmeg, and Turmeric, settles into a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Lily, Artemisia, and Rum, and dries down to a base of Oak, Vanilla, Labdanum, and Styrax. Tom Ford's Lys Fume carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Tom Ford's Lys Fume is a captivating, divisive floral that demands attention, yet mystifies many. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for serious lily enthusiasts, often described as a vibrant, 'bubblegum' floral with a dark, alluring twist. The hunt for this discontinued gem is real, with fans clamouring for its return despite some finding it too sweet or muddled.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
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Lys Fume Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Lys Fume's powerful sillage and strong, distinctive floral-spicy profile make it less suitable for casual or office wear, where it might overwhelm. It excels in formal and date settings, where its luxurious, bold character and long-lasting nature can truly shine and leave a memorable impression.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Lys Fume unfurls with an unusual, spicy zing of turmeric and pink pepper, quickly yielding to a lush, creamy lily. The heart is a heady, boozy affair, where rich ylang-ylang and intoxicating rum mingle with the lily. As it dries, the floral opulence settles into a warm, woody embrace of oak and labdanum, cushioned by a sweet, lingering vanilla, hinting at something darker and earthier beneath the bloom.

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