Tom Ford 2019 Edp

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Reserve Collection: Black Violet

Tom Ford Reserve Collection: Black Violet is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Reserve Collection: Black Violet opens with Bergamot, Citrus, and Fruity, settles into a heart of Violet, and dries down to a base of Oakmoss and Woody. Tom Ford's Reserve Collection: Black Violet carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Skip the bland marketing waffle; Black Violet is a fascinating, divisive beast. It's a Tom Ford triumph that cleverly balances sweet fruit and soft floral with a dark, earthy depth. Not for everyone, but those it captivates will be utterly addicted.
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Confident
  • Classic
  • Elegant
Reserve Collection: Black Violet Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 19%
Floral 26%
Fruity 13%
Green 10%
Sweet 13%
Warm 0%
Woody 20%
Earthy 22%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 17%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Citrus
85%
Mossy
77%
Powdery
73%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The moderate longevity and projection make it acceptable for office wear, but its bold, mysterious character truly shines on dates or formal occasions where its unique scent can be appreciated. It's too distinctive for casual everyday use and entirely unsuitable for sport.

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About

Black Violet opens with a surprising burst of fleshy, sweet fruits and zesty bergamot, a playful prelude to its true nature. Soon, a powdery, ethereal violet heart emerges, dancing between delicate floral and a barbershop-like sophistication. The transformation is complete as it settles into a rich, mysterious base of thick oakmoss and dark woods, giving it a brooding, femme fatale quality that lingers with an addictive earthiness.