Tom Ford 2007 EDP

U £££££ Acquired

Purple Patchouli

by David Apel

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Tom Ford Purple Patchouli is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2007, created by David Apel. Purple Patchouli settles into a heart of Patchouli and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vetiver, and Peru Balsam. Tom Ford's Purple Patchouli carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

A legendary discontinued gem, Tom Ford's Purple Patchouli is a divisive beast. People either fetishise this dark, potent amber-patchouli or find it too dated and overwhelming. If you like your scents heavy, enigmatic, and with a gothic twist, this might be your holy grail - if you can find it.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
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Purple Patchouli 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
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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its aggressive longevity and powerful sillage, this isn't one for the office - it’s far too distracting. It excels in formal and date settings where its bold, amber-patchouli character can truly shine; people often describe it as a 'night out' or 'wild party' scent.

About

Purple Patchouli opens with a rich, almost edible, balsamic warmth, quickly deepening into an intense, sweet-earthy patchouli heart. Hints of jasmine weave through, adding a touch of floral luminosity, but the primary experience is a dark, resinous amber and woody embrace, laced with an exotic spice. It's a complex, evolving scent that lingers with considerable depth.

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