Plum Japonais Tom Ford by Tom Ford

Plum Japonais Tom Ford

For Women
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2013

At a glance

Is Plum Japonais Tom Ford worth trying?

Plum Japonais by Tom Ford is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women.

Best match
Evening, Special Occasion wear in Fall
Performance feel
Very Good longevity with Strong sillage
Signature profile
warm spicy, fruity, amber with Cinnamon, Saffron, Japanese Plum
warm spicy fruity amber

The first impression

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.

What shapes the scent

warm spicy 100%
fruity 85%
amber 70%
sweet 60%
oud 50%
cinnamon 40%
fresh spicy 35%
woody 30%
vanilla 25%
floral 20%

The perfumer behind it

Yann Vasnier

Yann Vasnier

Yann Vasnier is a French perfumer who has contributed to a wide range of international fragrance houses. His catalog includes works for Adam Levine, Apothia, Arquiste, Attar Collection, Bvlgari, Carine Roitfeld, and Coolife. Vasnier is recognized for his versatility, creating both commercial and niche scents with refined, complex structures.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Cinnamon Cinnamon
Saffron Saffron

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Japanese Plum Japanese Plum
Plum Blossom Plum Blossom
Immortelle Immortelle
Liquor Liquor
Cypress Cypress
Camellia Camellia

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Agarwood (Oud) Agarwood (Oud)
Amber Amber
Benzoin Benzoin
Fir Fir
Vanilla Vanilla

The mood it creates

The Alchemist Archetype: Portrait of Plum Japonais Tom Ford

Essence

The Alchemist transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary, and Plum Japonais embodies this alchemy with its fusion of Japanese plum, oud, and spice. The fragrance is a study in contrasts-sweet yet smoky, fruity yet resinous-mirroring the archetype's ability to blend opposing forces into something sublime.

Style & Aesthetic

They wear structured silhouettes with unexpected details: a tailored coat lined with silk brocade, a minimalist dress paired with ornate jewelry. Their palette leans toward rich jewel tones-emerald, amethyst, and gold-accented with flashes of black.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in the power of transformation, both of materials and the self. For them, life is an experiment, and every moment holds the potential for reinvention. They value curiosity, precision, and the courage to defy conventions.

Relationships

They are captivating conversationalists, drawing others in with their intellect and wit. Their relationships are dynamic, often marked by shared creative pursuits. However, their relentless pursuit of perfection can leave little room for spontaneity.

Lifestyle

Their home is a laboratory of sorts, filled with rare books, exotic spices, and carefully curated art. They host intimate gatherings where the cocktails are as meticulously crafted as the conversation.

Shadow

Their obsession with transformation can lead to restlessness, never satisfied with the present. They may struggle to appreciate the beauty of things as they are, always seeking to refine or reimagine.

Conclusion

Plum Japonais is the scent of a mind that sees the world as raw material, waiting to be transmuted. It is a reminder that magic lies not in the elements themselves, but in the art of their combination.

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