The Last Spritz

Score

87/100

Tom Ford

Plum Japonais

2013Yann Vasnier

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

Plum Japonais

warm spicy

fruity

amber

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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

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Notes

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Mid

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Performance

Longevity

6–8 hours

Projection

Across a table

Sillage

Strong trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Unisex.

When

Spring, 31%
Summer, 16%
Fall, 100%, best
Winter, 91%, best
Day, 54%
Night, 89%, best

Occasions

Date nightNight outSpecial occasion

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Plum Japonais smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Alexandria Fragrances Forbidden Plum (74%), Serge Lutens Feminité du Bois (57%), Comme des Garçons Floriental (53%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Plum Japonais last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear Plum Japonais?

Plum Japonais is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits date nights, nights out, and special occasions.

Is Plum Japonais worth it?

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