White Patchouli
“White Patchouli by Tom Ford is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a woody, patchouli composition with a white floral undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2008 by Tom Ford, White Patchouli is a fragrance that redefined the patchouli note for a modern audience. The composition begins with bright white flowers and bergamot, creating an aromatic freshness that contrasts sharply with the heart of peony, rose, and jasmine. At its core lies a blend of patchouli, incense, and woody notes, which are rendered in a clean, 'white'-toned manner rather than the traditional earthy treatment. This approach has made it palatable for those who might otherwise avoid patchouli, but reception is decidedly mixed: fans praise its elegance and longevity, while critics describe its dry-down as sterile and detergent-like.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
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Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to ensure that the clean white floral opening has time to settle into the patchouli base. This fragrance is best worn during cooler weather as its warm spicy notes are more noticeable when the air isn't too hot.
Givaudan
Founding perfumer · 17 fragrances · Swiss
Givaudan S.A. is a Swiss multinational manufacturer of flavours, fragrances and active cosmetic ingredients. As of 2025, it was the world's largest company in the flavour and fragrance industry.
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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 tension between a freshly laundered linen shirt and the earthy richness of a well-worn leather sofa, where cleanliness meets warmth in an unexpected harmony.
Fig. 01 — White Patchouli, Tom Ford
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