Tom Ford 2016 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Vert des Bois

by Olivier Gillotin , Michael Nordstrand

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Tom Ford Vert des Bois is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Olivier Gillotin and Michael Nordstrand. Vert des Bois settles into a heart of Mastic, Woody Notes, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Tonka Bean. Tom Ford's Vert des Bois carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Vert des Bois is a divisive beast: some hail it as a unique masterpiece, an ethereal green dream; others find it a challenging, even medicinal, misstep. It's an acquired taste, but for those who get it, it's a bold confidence booster.
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  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
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Vert des Bois Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Jasmine33%
Mastic33%
Woody Notes33%
Baseas listed
Patchouli50%
Tonka Bean50%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Given its strong opening and significant projection, Vert des Bois is probably a bit much for the office. It's excellent for dates or evening casual wear, as its unique character sparks conversation. While some find it suitable for formal settings, its quirky nature might not suit every occasion, and it's definitely not for sport.

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

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

Opens with an unexpected green complexity, a dark, woody forest scent interwoven with an intriguing blast of anise. As it settles, jasmine emerges to soften the edges, yet the dominant woody and balsamic notes remain, underpinned by earthy patchouli and a touch of sweet tonka bean in the dry down creating a rich, resinous depth.

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