London
warm spicy up front, then fresh spicy, settling into amber.
About
London by Tom Ford is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men. London was launched in 2013. Top notes are Cumin, Saffron, Cardamom, Black Pepper, Coffee and Coriander; middle notes are Incense, Labdanum, Jasmine and Geranium; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Birch, Cedar, Musk and Amyris.
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownDrydown· 6h+
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does London smell like?
warm spicy up front, then fresh spicy, settling into amber. Dominant accords: warm spicy, fresh spicy, amber.
What notes are in London?
Top: Cumin, Saffron, Cardamom, Black Pepper, Coffee, Coriander. Heart: Incense, Labdanum, Jasmine, Geranium. Base: Agarwood (Oud), Birch, Cedar, Musk, Amyris.
How long does London last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is London loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is London best for?
Winter is the top pick (40%). Fall is second at 40%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for London?
Night wear leads at 61%. Day is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is London for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 36% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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