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Patchouli Absolu by Tom Ford — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Tom Ford· 2014

Patchouli Absolu

Name: Patchouli Absolu by Tom Ford
Brand: Tom Ford
Rating: 8.1 (167 reviews)

8.1167Typically ~$150

A earthy scent built around bay leaf over amber. A fall pick, strongest after dark.

EarthyWoodySpicyResinousSmoky

Perfumer: Richard Herpin

Scent profile

Top notes

Bay leafMossRosemary

Heart notes

PatchouliCypriolCashmere woodGaiac woodViolet wood

Base notes

AmberLeather

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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When to wear it

A fall and winter fragrance that comes alive after dark — at its best for date nights and everyday wear.

FallNightDate nights

When

Winter

93%

Spring

59%

Summer

42%

Fall

100%

Day

77%

Night

100%

Where

Office

76%

Casual

91%

Date

100%

Club

68%

Formal

90%

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