Tom Ford 2013 EDP

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Sahara Noir

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Tom Ford Sahara Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Sahara Noir opens with Bitter Orange, Cypress, Labdanum, and Calamus, settles into a heart of Papyrus, Rose, Jasmine, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Resins, Amber, and Benzoin. Tom Ford's Sahara Noir carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

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
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Sahara Noir 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:
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.

Ingredients and allergens

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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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