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Notes
8
Accords
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Perfumer
Soleil Blanc
feminine
Created by Natalie Gracia-Cetto
Soleil Blanc by Tom Ford is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Soleil Blanc was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Natalie Gracia-Cetto. Top notes are Pistachio, Bergamot, Cardamom and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Tuberose, Ylang-Ylang and Jasmine; base notes are Coconut, Amber, Tonka Bean and Benzoin. Tom Ford Soleil Blanc is unexpected, sultry and addictive solar floral scent. It evokes emote private islands where summer lasts all year. Tom Ford’s latest private blend creation unapologetically exudes the endless pursuit of sun and luxury that defines Tom Ford Soleil. The top note of the unisex fragrance combines spicy notes of cardamom and pink pepper with a hint of pistachio and bergamot. Flowery sensuality of ylang ylang, Egyptian jasmine and tuberose are placed in the heart of the fragrance for carnal intensity. Benzoin a herbal substance contained in oil of bitter almonds, amber, tonka bean and coconut milk form the luxurious base. Available as 50, 100 and 250 ml Eau de Parfum.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
12%
Win
46%
Spr
100%
Sum
19%
Fall
Day & Night
87%
Day
25%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
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
8,187 votes
4.06
Love it
3.5k43%
Like it
2.8k34%
OK
99312%
Dislike
7269%
Hate it
1682%
Community Insights
MixedBased on 74 community opinions from Reddit
6.5
/ 10 community score
The r/fragrance community has mixed opinions on Soleil Blanc, with most agreeing it's a pleasant, unisex summer fragrance but not worth the high retail price given its weak skin longevity. While some love it as a signature warm-weather scent, others find it smells like expensive sunscreen and consider it overpriced. Multiple users recommend sampling first, buying discounted versions, or exploring cheaper alternatives like Dossier dupes or Eau de Soleil Blanc.
Strengths
- Pleasant, relaxing unisex scent with good vibes
- Decent longevity on clothing despite EDT/EDP format concerns
- Signature summer fragrance perfect for warm weather and vacations
- Affordable alternative versions available (Eau de Soleil Blanc, dupes)
Weaknesses
- Weak longevity on skin (10-15 minutes to 4-5 hours reported)
- High price point not justified by performance
- Divisive scent profile - smells like sunscreen/coconut to many (polarizing)
- Perceived as too feminine by some despite unisex claims
Best for
Summer vacations and beach daysWarm weather casual wearWearing on clothing rather than skinPost-swim freshness
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
