- Ombré Leather (2018) Tom Ford for women and men:
main accords
leather
animalic
warm spicy
white floral
amber
smoky
earthy
mossy
patchouli
Tom Ford's Ombré Leather, launched in 2018, is a masterful unisex fragrance that redefines the essence of leather in perfumery. It opens with a striking interplay of crisp bergamot and spicy cardamom, immediately awakening the senses with a bright, invigorating spark that softens into the heart of the scent. Here, the star note—leather—takes center stage, but not in a harsh or overpowering way; instead, it’s rendered with a velvety smoothness, reminiscent of well-worn suede or supple nappa, balanced by the subtle sweetness of jasmine sambac, which adds a delicate floral warmth without diminishing the leather’s integrity.
As the fragrance evolves, it settles into a rich, lingering base where sandalwood and amberwood wrap around the leather like a luxurious blanket, infusing it with depth and a creamy, almost powdery softness. The result is a scent that feels both bold and refined—edgy enough to make a statement, yet elegant enough for any occasion. Ombré Leather lives up to its name, too: it unfolds like a gradient, shifting from bright and vibrant to deep and warm, much like the way light plays on leather, creating layers of complexity that keep it intriguing from the first spritz to the last. Whether worn by a woman or a man, it exudes confidence, sophistication, and a hint of rebelliousness that’s uniquely Tom Ford.
一.Pros
1.Natural and authentic leather note
2.High-quality and masterfully put together
3.Sophisticated and sexy fragrance
4.Strong and realistic opening leather note
5.Softens over time with lingering faint sweetness
6.Excellent blend of cardamom, jasmine, leather, and patchouli
7.A welcome addition to the brand
8.Appeals to both men and women
二.Cons
1.Expensive for some
2.Polarizing and not for everyone
3.May be too mature or serious for some
4.Strong and overbearing, could give headaches
5.May induce headaches or negative comments from others
6.Disappointing performance in recent batches
7.Could smell synthetic or like cigarette smoke on some people
8.Disappointing fragrance from a renowned brand
Perfume Pyramid
Top Notes
1.Cardamom
Middle Notes
1.Leather 2.Jasmine Sambac
Base Notes
1.Amber 2.Moss 3.Patchouli
