Tom Ford 2013 EDP

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Rive d’Ambre

by Olivier Gillotin

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Tom Ford Rive d’Ambre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Olivier Gillotin. Rive d’Ambre opens with Citrus, Bergamot, Lemon, and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Cardamom, Mint, and Tarragon, and dries down to a base of Cognac, Amber, and Tolu Balsam. Tom Ford's Rive d’Ambre carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly gorgeous Tom Ford Private Blend that is unfortunately plagued by woeful longevity, leaving fans clamouring for a re-release with improved performance. The scent itself is a masterclass in citrus, a bright, effervescent dream.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Cozy
  • Bright
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Rive d’Ambre 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its bright, fresh, and subtle character makes it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it's unlikely to offend. The poor longevity and projection mean it's less suited for formal events or dates where a more impactful presence is desired, though its clean nature works well for light sporting activities.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Spearmint Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil from Mint

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Rive d'Ambre bursts open with an invigorating, almost fizzy array of citruses, led by sparkling lemon and bitter orange. Herbal notes of tarragon and a hint of mint provide a fresh, aromatic counterpoint, while a subtle whisper of cardamom and cognac adds sophisticated warmth. The famed amber provides a creamy, barely-there base, grounding the vibrant top notes without ever becoming heavy.

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