Italian Cypress
“Italian Cypress by Tom Ford is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a woody, aromatic composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Italian Cypress by Tom Ford was launched in 2008 and expertly crafted by perfumer Carlos Benaïm. This Woody Chypre fragrance opens with a fresh, spicy green note that immediately grounds the composition in a crisp, natural atmosphere. The heart introduces a citrusy vibrancy, while the base settles into woody aromatics that evoke the enduring presence of cypress trees. It is a fragrance that seamlessly transitions from day to night, blending freshness and warmth.
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Application Tips
Apply this fragrance with a light hand — the green and citrus notes are bright but fleeting. The woody base develops gradually, so it’s best to allow it time to settle on your skin rather than layering additional sprays.
Carlos Benaïm
Founding perfumer · 189 fragrances · b. 1949 · Moroccan-French
“The best fragrances are the ones that feel like they've always existed.”
Carlos Benaïm is a master perfumer at IFF whose name may not be widely recognized outside the industry, yet his creations have shaped the olfactory landscape of the past four decades. Born in Tangier and raised between Morocco and Paris, he brings a multicultural sensibility to his work. He is the co-creator of iconic fragrances including Ralph Lauren Polo, Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue, and numerous compositions for Dior and YSL. Benaïm is revered within the trade as a perfumer's perfumer — technically flawless, endlessly creative.
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About the Brand
Tom Ford
Modern luxury with unapologetic confidence
Tom Ford's fragrance line embodies contemporary glamour and sensuality. Known for rich, bold compositions that challenge conventional boundaries, the brand delivers both wearable signatures and daring Private Blend creations.
Designer Tom Ford
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet dignity of an ancient cypress grove at dawn, where the air is sharp with the scent of fresh cut grass and earthy wood.
Fig. 01 — Italian Cypress, Tom Ford
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