13 Best Tom Ford Colognes and Perfumes, According to Vogue

Vogue

2 days ago

Even before I became a beauty editor, I've longed to find the best Tom Ford colognes and perfumes. While many fragrance houses feel unapproachable—too old, too stuffy, too expensive—Tom Ford's have a personableness to them.
Vogue's Favorite Tom Ford Colognes & Perfumes
Expressive and poignant, decisive and seductive, there's a scent to embody every mood or persona. Tom Ford's Fucking Fabulous was the first scent I remember yearning for; perhaps because since it debuted in 2017, it took over my Instagram feed. Making waves for its expletive name, the scent was just as fun. When when Ford tested it, he said it smelled 'fucking fabulous,' hence the name. One year later, it was Lost Cherry I was pining for, not as much for the name but for the label's fresh take on the juicy fruit. Fast-forward to 2023, Vanilla Sex took the Vogue offices by storm—continuing Tom Ford's play with words, and vanilla—making it original and fun again.
Ahead, a look at the best Tom Ford perfumes for men and women to know this year—to upgrade your fragrance wardrobe, or inspire a new signature scent.
Best Warm & Spicy: Tom Ford Tobacco Vanille
Tom Ford
Tobacco Vanille Eau de Parfum
$300
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : Partial to a fragrance with a bit of mystery, Vogue's beauty shopping writer Concetta Ciarlo cites Tobacco Vanille as one of her all-time favorites. (No really, she loves it so much that she tried to recreate the scent at a custom candle-making class). 'It's not your average gourmand, but more of a cool girl remix, taking the majority of it's spice-forward sweetness from tobacco flower, and balanced off by dried fruits and tonka bean,' she tells. Rich, warm, and sexy, this one boasts gender-fluid appeal.
: Partial to a fragrance with a bit of mystery, Vogue's beauty shopping writer Concetta Ciarlo cites Tobacco Vanille as one of her all-time favorites. (No really, she loves it so much that she tried to recreate the scent at a custom candle-making class). 'It's not your average gourmand, but more of a cool girl remix, taking the majority of it's spice-forward sweetness from tobacco flower, and balanced off by dried fruits and tonka bean,' she tells. Rich, warm, and sexy, this one boasts gender-fluid appeal. Notes : Tobacco leaf, ginger, spice notes, tonka bean, cocoa, fruit accord
: Tobacco leaf, ginger, spice notes, tonka bean, cocoa, fruit accord Size: 10 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 250 mL
Best For Men: Tom Ford Oud Wood
Why We Love It : Anytime you're in search for the best gifts for men, you would do well to consider Tom Ford's Oud Wood. Great for the man who loves the finer things in life, this is a rich, opulent blend that leaves a lasting impression. The scent opens with a woody, almost smoky accord, made cozier via sandalwood and vetiver. Chinese pepper lends an exotic spice, too. One of our all-time favorite colognes for men, It's the kind of scent that takes over the senses—offering a surprise on every wear.
: Anytime you're in search for the best gifts for men, you would do well to consider Tom Ford's Oud Wood. Great for the man who loves the finer things in life, this is a rich, opulent blend that leaves a lasting impression. The scent opens with a woody, almost smoky accord, made cozier via sandalwood and vetiver. Chinese pepper lends an exotic spice, too. One of our all-time favorite colognes for men, It's the kind of scent that takes over the senses—offering a surprise on every wear. Notes : Cardamom, pink pepper, patchouli, amber, oud, tonka bean
: Cardamom, pink pepper, patchouli, amber, oud, tonka bean Size: 10 mL, 30 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 250 mL
Best Gourmand: Tom Ford Vanilla Sex
Tom Ford
Vanilla Sex Eau de Parfum
$400
TOM FORD BEAUTY
Why We Love It : Vanilla Sex is anything but your average vanilla perfume—rooted in four different derivatives of the plant. There's the Vanilla Tincture India, vanilla derived from a CO 2 extraction, vanilla extract, and an ultra-vanille accord—all enlivened by jasmine, sandalwood, and ambery notes. It's captivatingly sweet, in all the right ways. Vogue's archive editor, Laird Borrelli-Persson likens it to delectable desserts. 'When baking, I have a tradition of dabbing vanilla behind my ears,' she previously said. 'Tom Ford's new scent has some of that sweetness—and lasting power as well.'
: Vanilla Sex is anything but your average vanilla perfume—rooted in four different derivatives of the plant. There's the Vanilla Tincture India, vanilla derived from a CO extraction, vanilla extract, and an ultra-vanille accord—all enlivened by jasmine, sandalwood, and ambery notes. It's captivatingly sweet, in all the right ways. Vogue's archive editor, Laird Borrelli-Persson likens it to delectable desserts. 'When baking, I have a tradition of dabbing vanilla behind my ears,' she previously said. 'Tom Ford's new scent has some of that sweetness—and lasting power as well.' Notes : Vanilla tincture India, vanilla absolute, sandalwood essence, jasmine absolute, orris accord, animalis accord
: Vanilla tincture India, vanilla absolute, sandalwood essence, jasmine absolute, orris accord, animalis accord Size: 30 mL, 50 mL, 250 mL
Best Leather: Tom Ford Fucking Fabulous
Tom Ford
Fucking Fabulous Eau de Parfum
$405
SEPHORA
Why We Love It : Tom Ford wants you to understand what a fragrance smells like by the name. 'It's undeniably the most straightforward name for such a beautiful scent,' he said. "Why make it complicated?" So when he crafted such an excellent scent, what else to call it than Fucking Fabulous? An aromatic men's perfume, you're first met with clary sage and lavender at the top—leading the nose straight to rich leather mingling with vanilla and bitter almond. As the scent dries down, you'll pick up amber and wood accords for a scent that'll stay with you for hours.
: Tom Ford wants you to understand what a fragrance smells like by the name. 'It's undeniably the most straightforward name for such a beautiful scent,' he said. "Why make it complicated?" So when he crafted such an excellent scent, what else to call it than Fucking Fabulous? An aromatic men's perfume, you're first met with clary sage and lavender at the top—leading the nose straight to rich leather mingling with vanilla and bitter almond. As the scent dries down, you'll pick up amber and wood accords for a scent that'll stay with you for hours. Notes : Almond bitter oil, tonka resinoid, orris accrord, cashmeran, leather accord, clary sage oil
: Almond bitter oil, tonka resinoid, orris accrord, cashmeran, leather accord, clary sage oil Size: 10 mL, 30 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 250 mL
Best Cherry: Tom Ford Lost Cherry
Tom Ford
Lost Cherry Eau de Parfum
$405
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : In her exploration of the new-age gourmand fragrances, contributor Danielle James likened Tom Ford's Lost Cherry to drinking a Shirley Temple for its syrupy disposition. Black cherry (with cherry liqeur accords) lead the blend, opposing rose absolute and bitter almond—balancing out the sweetness for something with an unexpected hint of warm floral. On wear, consider syrup's viscosity—one or two spritzes is all you need to experience it fully.
: In her exploration of the new-age gourmand fragrances, contributor Danielle James likened Tom Ford's Lost Cherry to drinking a Shirley Temple for its syrupy disposition. Black cherry (with cherry liqeur accords) lead the blend, opposing rose absolute and bitter almond—balancing out the sweetness for something with an unexpected hint of warm floral. On wear, consider syrup's viscosity—one or two spritzes is all you need to experience it fully. Notes : Black cherry accord, bitter almond, griotte syrup, rose absolute orpur, peru balsam, roasted tonka orpur
: Black cherry accord, bitter almond, griotte syrup, rose absolute orpur, peru balsam, roasted tonka orpur Size: 10 mL, 30 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL
Best Floral Amber: Tom Ford Soleil Blanc Eau de Parfum
Tom Ford
Soleil Blanc Eau de Parfum
$300
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : 'Soleil Blanc is unexpected, sultry, and addictive,' Ford tells. 'It is a solar, floral amber that unapologetically exudes the pursuit of sun and luxury that defines Soleil.' The kind of scent you'd pull out for a sunny, energetic day, its solar quality arrives via coco de mer and bergamot, while cardamom, ylang-ylang, and pistachio delivers a freshness that balances out the blend.
: 'Soleil Blanc is unexpected, sultry, and addictive,' Ford tells. 'It is a solar, floral amber that unapologetically exudes the pursuit of sun and luxury that defines Soleil.' The kind of scent you'd pull out for a sunny, energetic day, its solar quality arrives via coco de mer and bergamot, while cardamom, ylang-ylang, and pistachio delivers a freshness that balances out the blend. Notes : Bergamot, cardamom oil orpur, pistachio accord, ylang ylang Comores Island, benzoin extract orpur, coco de mer Accord
: Bergamot, cardamom oil orpur, pistachio accord, ylang ylang Comores Island, benzoin extract orpur, coco de mer Accord Size: 10 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 250 mL
Best Fougère: Tom Ford Costa Azzura
Tom Ford
Costa Azzurra Eau de Parfum
$240
TOM FORD BEAUTY
Why We Love It : Those with a penchant for aromatic fougères will adore Tom Ford's Costa Azzura. Here, evergreens engage the senses with rich woods like cypress and oaks—lending a crisp, freshness of the great outdoors, while lemon and citrus notes bring out the eau de parfum's brighter side. The entire blend is meant to evoke the ultimate Mediterranean escape.
: Those with a penchant for aromatic fougères will adore Tom Ford's Costa Azzura. Here, evergreens engage the senses with rich woods like cypress and oaks—lending a crisp, freshness of the great outdoors, while lemon and citrus notes bring out the eau de parfum's brighter side. The entire blend is meant to evoke the ultimate Mediterranean escape. Notes : Lemon, cypress oil, oakwood, driftwood accord, cistus absolute, salty amber
: Lemon, cypress oil, oakwood, driftwood accord, cistus absolute, salty amber Size: 50 mL, 100 mL
Best Warm Floral: Tom Ford Velvet Orchid
Tom Ford
Velvet Orchid Eau de Parfum
$160
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : 'To this day, velvet is my favorite fabric,' Ford once said. 'The woman who wears this is not a wildflower. She's an urban flower, she's a hothouse flower, she's an Orchid.' When I first smelled Velvet Orchid, I was surprised by its creaminess. Honey, rum, and jasmine play well together—creating a subtly sweet, smooth base, bolstered by Tom Ford's black orchid which delivers floral appeal. The unexpected twist, however, is via Italian bergamot and mandarin—offering a spirited effect like that of a powerful woman.
: 'To this day, velvet is my favorite fabric,' Ford once said. 'The woman who wears this is not a wildflower. She's an urban flower, she's a hothouse flower, she's an Orchid.' When I first smelled Velvet Orchid, I was surprised by its creaminess. Honey, rum, and jasmine play well together—creating a subtly sweet, smooth base, bolstered by Tom Ford's black orchid which delivers floral appeal. The unexpected twist, however, is via Italian bergamot and mandarin—offering a spirited effect like that of a powerful woman. Notes : Italian bergamot, mandarin orpur, black orchid, jasmine absolute, sandalwood, myrrh resinoid orpur, honey, rum
: Italian bergamot, mandarin orpur, black orchid, jasmine absolute, sandalwood, myrrh resinoid orpur, honey, rum Size: 50 mL, 100 mL
Best Coffee-Inspired: Tom Ford Café Rose
Tom Ford
Café Rose Eau de Parfum
$160
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : Imagine your morning coffee with a fruity side, that's Tom Ford's Café Rose for you. It gets its sweet-side from rose essence and absolute, while a coffee extraction, patchouli, and cardamom gives it depth and a twinge of spice. It's become a personal favorite—as a end-of-workday pick-me-up, heading from the office to happy hour or cocktail party.
: Imagine your morning coffee with a fruity side, that's Tom Ford's Café Rose for you. It gets its sweet-side from rose essence and absolute, while a coffee extraction, patchouli, and cardamom gives it depth and a twinge of spice. It's become a personal favorite—as a end-of-workday pick-me-up, heading from the office to happy hour or cocktail party. Notes : Rose essence, rose absolute, ylang ylang, coffee CO2 extraction, coriander, patchouli, cardamom, resin, sandalwood
: Rose essence, rose absolute, ylang ylang, coffee CO2 extraction, coriander, patchouli, cardamom, resin, sandalwood Size: 10 mL, 30 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL
Best Western-Inspired: Tom Ford Ombré Leather
Tom Ford
Ombre Leather Eau de Parfum
$160
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : Many eau de parfums take inspiration from the American West, but none do it like Tom Ford's Ombré Leather whose spent significant time in New Mexico. It takes the ingredient then smooths it out at its heart with patchouli and vetiver. Amber and moss are also featured, a nod to the desert landscape, plus floral notes of jasmine sambac and cardamom to give it sweet, lush undertones. Captivating enough for a manly-man, but delicate enough for the sweetheart among us, it's no wonder this has garnered thousands of fans globally.
: Many eau de parfums take inspiration from the American West, but none do it like Tom Ford's Ombré Leather whose spent significant time in New Mexico. It takes the ingredient then smooths it out at its heart with patchouli and vetiver. Amber and moss are also featured, a nod to the desert landscape, plus floral notes of jasmine sambac and cardamom to give it sweet, lush undertones. Captivating enough for a manly-man, but delicate enough for the sweetheart among us, it's no wonder this has garnered thousands of fans globally. Notes : Cardamom, jasmine sambac, black leather, patchouli, white moss, amber
: Cardamom, jasmine sambac, black leather, patchouli, white moss, amber Size: 10 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 150 mL
Best Fruity: Tom Ford Bitter Peach
Tom Ford
Bitter Peach Eau de Parfum
$405
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : Fruity fragrance fans to the front! Bitter Peach is the Tom Ford eau de parfum for you. Just imagine taking a bite out of a pêche de vigne (French for 'peach of the grapevine') or a ripe blood orange, this bottles replicates the produce's juiciness with ease. The featured rum-infused davana oil, patchouli, and sandalwood ensure it lingers on the skin without being overly sweet.
: Fruity fragrance fans to the front! Bitter Peach is the Tom Ford eau de parfum for you. Just imagine taking a bite out of a pêche de vigne (French for 'peach of the grapevine') or a ripe blood orange, this bottles replicates the produce's juiciness with ease. The featured rum-infused davana oil, patchouli, and sandalwood ensure it lingers on the skin without being overly sweet. Notes : Pêche de vigne accord, blood orange oil, davana oil, labdanum absolute, patchouli oil Indonesia, sandalwood oil, new calendonia
: Pêche de vigne accord, blood orange oil, davana oil, labdanum absolute, patchouli oil Indonesia, sandalwood oil, new calendonia Size: 10 mL, 50 mL
Best Transportive: Tom Ford Neroli Portofino
Tom Ford
Neroli Portofino Eau de Parfum
$300
TOM FORD
Why We Love It : Of Tom Ford's entire fragrance wardrobe, none are as transportive as Neroli Portofino. True to its name, this eau de parfum draws inspiration from the Italian Riviera where one can expect sparkling waters, blue skies, and bright warm sunshine on holiday. The formula itself is as crisp as the Hugo spritz you might drink at a quaint coastal ristorante—you have lemon, mandarin, bergamot, and orange flower to thank for that, a match made with neroli and lavender. 'Portofino has always been a magical place for me,' Ford explains of the product. 'There are few cities in the world that evoke such strong emotions and memories. The sounds, sights, and smells of the city are so poignant. I tried to capture this in Neroli Portofino.'
: Of Tom Ford's entire fragrance wardrobe, none are as transportive as Neroli Portofino. True to its name, this eau de parfum draws inspiration from the Italian Riviera where one can expect sparkling waters, blue skies, and bright warm sunshine on holiday. The formula itself is as crisp as the Hugo spritz you might drink at a quaint coastal ristorante—you have lemon, mandarin, bergamot, and orange flower to thank for that, a match made with neroli and lavender. 'Portofino has always been a magical place for me,' Ford explains of the product. 'There are few cities in the world that evoke such strong emotions and memories. The sounds, sights, and smells of the city are so poignant. I tried to capture this in Neroli Portofino.' Notes : Tunisian neroli, Italian bergamot, winter yellow mandarin, orange flower, lavender
: Tunisian neroli, Italian bergamot, winter yellow mandarin, orange flower, lavender Size: 10 mL, 30 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, 250 mL
Best for Date Night: Tom Ford Vanille Fatale
Tom Ford
Vanille Fatale Eau de Parfum
$405
TOM FORD