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Notes
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Accords
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Perfumer
Plum Japonais
feminine
Created by Yann Vasnier
Plum Japonais by Tom Ford is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. Plum Japonais was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Yann Vasnier. Top notes are Cinnamon and Saffron; middle notes are Japanese Plum, Plum Blossom, Immortelle, Liquor, Cypress and Camellia; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Amber, Benzoin, Fir and Vanilla.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
90%
Win
31%
Spr
16%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
54%
Day
89%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
3,077 votes
4.34
Love it
1.7k55%
Like it
1.0k32%
OK
1334%
Dislike
2207%
Hate it
241%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 69 community opinions from Reddit
8.2
/ 10 community score
Plum Japonais is a highly praised and sought-after Tom Ford fragrance with a distinctive sweet, spicy, oudy profile that generates passionate devotion among fans. However, its discontinuation has made it rare and expensive, and it remains a polarizing scent that doesn't appeal to everyone - blind buying is discouraged unless purchased at reasonable prices or as a collector's investment. The fragrance is best suited for winter wear and those who appreciate unconventional, woody oriental fragrances.
Strengths
- Unique, distinctive scent that stands out from typical fragrances
- Well-crafted with strong woody/oud backbone and spiced fruity character
- Highly sought-after and discontinued, making it a valuable collector's piece
- Generates significant compliments and wears beautifully in cold weather
Weaknesses
- Discontinued and extremely difficult to find at reasonable prices
- Not universally loved - divisive scent that doesn't work for everyone
- Sweet, spicy, oudy profile may be polarizing for those unfamiliar with oud fragrances
- Winter/cold weather only - limited seasonal versatility
Best for
Fall and winter wearEvening occasions and special eventsFragrance collectors seeking unique pieces
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
