This was my very first full‑size Tom Ford bottle, and easily the most expensive scent in my collection at the time. This was the big gun, kept strictly for special occasions and used sparingly. Here’s a fun fac some people might not know: it was originally launched back in 2006 as a women’s fragrance, crafted by perfumers David Apel and Pierre Negrin. It blew up so massively with men that Tom Ford rebranded it officially as unisex – and honestly, I’ve never once smelled it and thought “this is for ladies only”. Ignore the “Oriental Floral” label – this is dark, rich, heavy, and unapologetically powerful; a genuine masterpiece that stands entirely on its own. It opens with that famous, intoxicating blend of Black Truffle and Ylang‑Ylang, lifted gently by bright bergamot and bitter orange. Right behind it comes that mouth‑watering core: Black Orchid, Rum Absolute and Black Plum, thick, syrupy and seductive, before settling deep into earthy Patchouli, creamy vanilla and soft smoky incense that carries hints of dark chocolate. The florals are there, sure, but they never run the show – they just add depth and velvet to something that feels far wilder and more complex than any standard floral. There’s layer after layer here; I keep stopping to sniff my wrist as I write this and still pick up something new. Make no mistake – this one means business. It’s an absolute beast for performance: easily 8+ hours on skin, massive projection early on, and a trail people will remember long after you’ve left the room. A couple of spritz is plenty – overdo it and you’ll clear the building. It’s bold, polarising, and not for every occasion, but if you love scents with real weight and character? This is an addiction waiting to happen. And if the price tag is putting you off? There are some remarkably close dupes out there that capture that same dark magic for a fraction of the cost. But none will replace the original. My Rating 8.5 Scent 2.5 Longevity 2.5 Sillage 2.5 Y/N 1

While I was away last week, my wife did a blind buy 😬. She had been watching an influencer and decided to pull the trigger on this for “me” 🙄 even though she made me make her a decant right away 🤣🤣 While I’m not a blind buy guy or do I subscribe to the idea of blind buying. My wife every so often just can’t help herself. That being said, it seems pretty nice but I haven’t worn it yet. I have no experience with this house and really haven’t started looking into it yet. I’d love to hear from those that have experience with it. I am blessed that my wife was thinking about me when she bought this. I don’t believe it was an expensive buy so if it isn’t great it will be a great education. But as always it’s the thought that counts!! Can’t wait to hear from you all.