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Perfumers
Patchouli Absolu
feminine
Patchouli Absolu by Tom Ford is a Woody fragrance for women and men. Patchouli Absolu was launched in 2014.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
88%
Win
44%
Spr
18%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
56%
Day
86%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
Single layer composition with community-voted intensity.
User Ratings
1,145 votes
4.11
Love it
56549%
Like it
34630%
OK
454%
Dislike
17215%
Hate it
171%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 21 community opinions from Reddit
8.2
/ 10 community score
Patchouli Absolu is deeply loved by its fans as a signature Tom Ford fragrance with a distinctive dirty, masculine character. However, the community strongly emphasizes moderation (1-3 sprays maximum) due to its extreme potency and projection, which can become obnoxious or offensive to others when overapplied. The fragrance's rarity and frequent restocks have made it a coveted collector's item.
Strengths
- Extremely potent and long-lasting with excellent projection
- Unique earthy patchouli and bay leaf blend that's distinctive and memorable
- Sexy, masculine, and raunchy character that evokes strong emotional responses
- High-quality Tom Ford craftsmanship that fans deeply love
Weaknesses
- Very strong and can be overpowering even with 2-3 sprays, causing discomfort to others
- Patchouli-forward profile may not appeal to those who dislike earthy or hippie-style scents
- Frequently out of stock and difficult to find, causing availability frustration
Best for
Evening and date night wearCold weather and winter monthsThose who love bold, masculine patchouli fragrances
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
