Tom Ford 2013 Edp

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Sahara Noir

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

Tom Ford Sahara Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. The fragrance opens with Labdanum, Cypress, Calamus, and Bitter Orange, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Papyrus, and Beeswax, and dries down to a base of Resin, Amber, and Benzoin.

Our verdict on Sahara Noir: Acquired

Tom Ford's Sahara Noir is an incense masterpiece, sadly discontinued. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent with a loyal following, celebrated for its rich, dry, and mystical Arabian vibe. Prepare for a spiritual journey.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
Sahara Noir Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6%
Floral 9%
Fruity 1%
Green 6%
Sweet 25%
Warm 30%
Woody 19%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Woody
61%
Balsamic
54%
Warm Spicy
52%
Smoky
52%

Notes

Top Notes

Labdanum 29% Cypress 27% Bitter Orange 23% Calamus 22%

Heart Notes

Incense 26% Beeswax 18% Cinnamon 15% Papyrus 15% Rose 13% Jasmine 13%

Base Notes

Resin 35% Amber 33% Benzoin 31%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Sahara Noir's intense, long-lasting incense and strong sillage make it unsuitable for office or casual wear. Its regal and mysterious character is best reserved for formal events or intimate date nights, where its full depth can be appreciated.

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About

Sahara Noir conjures the dry, arid heat of a desert with a profound burst of frankincense and labdanum. Woody cypress and papyrus ground the scent, while hints of bitter orange and cinnamon add a subtle, warm spice. The base unfolds into a luxurious blend of amber and benzoin, sweetened by beeswax, creating a deeply resinous and smoky experience that evokes ancient rituals and sun-baked landscapes. It's an immersive, transportive fragrance, steeped in mystique.

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