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Score
87/100

Tom Ford

Plum Japonais

2013

Cinnamon and saffron over liquor fruit — Tom Ford's discontinued boozy fruity feminine, fall-winter.

Plum Japonais
warm spicy
fruity
amber

The take

What works

  • Cinnamon-saffron-plum dark smoky liquor masterpiece
  • Boozy unique fall-winter feminine

Trade-offs

  • Discontinued — scarcity drives prices
  • Dense narcotic composition overwhelms casual wear

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
5–7 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring31%
Summer16%
Fall100%
Winter91%
Day54%
Night89%

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Plum Japonais smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum (74%), Comme des Garçons Floriental (53%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Plum Japonais last?

5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity at 69/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Plum Japonais?

Strongest in fall and winter, evening-leaning.

Is Plum Japonais worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Cinnamon-saffron-plum dark smoky liquor masterpiece. Boozy unique fall-winter feminine.

Details

Perfumer
Yann Vasnier