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Tom Ford Japon Noir

post #1 of 8
9/16/10 at 10:46am
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I cant find a sample of this anywhere, so im running the risk of a blind buy, im pretty much experienced in fragrances (yes, even at 23!) and i can tell by the notes whether its something i would like or not, this one i think i will.

Has anyone had any experience with this scent? what do you think of it?
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post #2 of 8
9/16/10 at 10:54am
Smells like ink, very synthetic, still unique and worth trying, not sure about if it's worth buying a decant. You're from London and can't find it? seriously? Have you tried Harrods and Selfridges? go to the official website for the store locator.
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post #3 of 8
9/16/10 at 10:58am
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Originally Posted by Ekove View Post

Smells like ink, very synthetic, still unique and worth trying, not sure about if it's worth buying a decant. You're from London and can't find it? seriously? Have you tried Harrods and Selfridges? go to the official website for the store locator.

Online i meant, i dunno if its worth finding the time to travel to Harrods or Selfridges for it, rather find a sample online and if i like it, ill buy from the Harrods website
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post #4 of 8
9/16/10 at 11:04am
Considering the price point, I would find it worth the time to go sample it locally instead of pulling the trigger for the blind buy. This one is very unique. I really liked the opening on the card but after carrying it around with me and experiencing the drydown it becomes very synthetic.
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post #5 of 8
9/16/10 at 11:06am
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Originally Posted by Captcrunch View Post

Considering the price point, I would find it worth the time to go sample it locally instead of pulling the trigger for the blind buy. This one is very unique. I really liked the opening on the card but after carrying it around with me and experiencing the drydown it becomes very synthetic.

I agree, it's worth traveling, but if you're in London, I'm sure a seller should be close to you. Tom Ford is quite popular there.
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post #6 of 8
9/16/10 at 5:39pm
it's one of my favorites in the line, however i do find that tom ford extreme is similar and cheaper.
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post #7 of 8
9/16/10 at 6:52pm
I'd say that Tom Ford Extreme is "related", and would make a reasonable substitute if price was an issue. I've seen bottles of the private collection go for about $115-130 on ebay, from the UK actually, so I'm going to guess it's a little cheaper out there.

As always, I suggest your try before you buy. Guys like Harrods or any other high end dept. store will likely even make you a decant and mail it to you if asked. This really shouldn't be that hard to get a sample of and I certainly wouldn't just outright blind buy it.
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post #8 of 8
9/16/10 at 7:47pm
Very, very smoky. Sample first.
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