Figue Érotique

Absolutely divine use of fig in my opinion, I expected to not like it that much as my experience with figs in perfumes in the past has been very polarising, but its done so excellently in this, that I would instantly buy a full bottle and wear it on the regular; if only it was a little cheaper. It opens up on my skin with a fairly realistic (can still tell its a perfume though) Green fig, with none of the sharp edges, which is quickly joined by a leafy (faintly earthy/airy) kind of accord, with some fresh but restrained citruses which is a lovely start. I cant quite describe it since I'm a dude and I personally don't wear makeup, but the opening also has a kind of nuance/smell that's very reminiscent (to me) of something I've smelt within women's makeup or lipstick in the past, and its a pleasant smell which only adds further to the depth. However, it quickly transitions into the delectable mid, which is a Salty(still not sharp) and green yet smooth fig, with some Ylang-Ylang underneath, with a tinge of spiciness just enough to add some depth to every waft, and a subtle sugary sweet kinda smell too that's also present, but very very understated and more to add texture and roundness than as actual note(if that makes sense?). It remains like this for the grand majority of the scent, with the fig slowly losing prominence to the Ylang-Ylang after about 1-2ish hours but remaining in a sort of Limbo with each other vying for the dominant "fruity" smell, then tapering off for the remainder of the wearing, quite pleasant, but a little fleeting. I get a medium-strong projection within the first 2 hours, with it making a very very impressive scent bubble/cloud around me, with it being detectable consistently even when within strong wind currents which is a plus, after about the 2 hour mark though it tapers down into a light-medium projection. On my skin I got about 9-10 hours with it being harder to detect for the 5th-6th and onwards, in terms of wearability I think it's firmly unisex and only leans slightly feminine briefly in the opening/pre-mid, via the makeup reminiscent smell I get on my skin, perfect for both casual and formal wear too imo. Also a good all rounder for all of the year, fresh enough for summer, and has enough depth/groundedness for winter. Overall it was a love at first sniff as soon as it hit my skin, my only complaints are that the full retail pricing is a bit much(a common hiccup I have with Tom Fords), and I wish that the 1st half of the mid/dry down lasted for around an hour or 2 longer, but other than that, just smelling the fragrance puts a smile on my face, and the quality is most certainly there, just remember to sample first since Fig isn't everyone's jam, and although I personally have a hard time imagining this being properly offensive to other peoples noses, don't take my word for it and give it a try. Definitely one of the better releases TF has come out with as of recent, and I'm quite happy that I discovered this randomly at a TF boutique, so top marks from me. a respectable 8.7/10

There’s something so addicting to this one! I get the fig but it’s made darker and richer. I do love figs but only own a few and smelled a few more. It does start with milky and green fig. But after a while on skin it sweetens and becomes more fruity and sweet and darker in a way. It’s a really sensual fig if I could use that description. It’s not the sea breeze fig of Zara amber & fig cashmere, it’s not the cold creamy slightly dusty fig of Prada infusion de Figue, not the milky green woody fog of phylosicos. The fig in this one does remind me of the fig there is in Gris charnel edp by bdk. They are by no means the same scent. This one is more fig scentric but the fig has this same sweetness and fruitiness there is in Gris charnel. Very similar fig accord (I do repeat only the fig note is similar and only with the edp version of Gris charnel). It’s fresh and fruity and sweet but not syrupy or vanillic or cloyingly sweet. Just this sweet warmth underneath the fruity fig with some left overs of the opening’s greenness. I don’t know how it explain it. Also reminds me a lot of velvet orchid but less sweet and with fig and no tuberose if that makes sense. A comment below said “purple perfume” and I agree. Definitely try it if you’re a fig lover but be ready and don’t expect your regular “fig leaf, fig tree, milky Mediterranean air” fig. It is all that but only at the opening. Amazing one! Bought mine on a discount for 264€ which is a good price considering it costs around 355€ for 50ml in Germany. Longevity is mid which to be expected from tom ford nowadays. It definitely is loud for the first half of the wear and then settles and becomes more intimate with nice scent trail and bible around you. Ofcourse lasts longer on clothes..

I’ve been on the hunt for a fig perfume for a while.. so I was pleasantly surprised finding this beauty at an airport when it first came out! What I’ve been looking for is a darker and sweeter take on fig where the green notes take a back seat, so I had high hopes since this is coming from Tom Ford. I was afraid this would be dirtied by an oud note in their typical fashion... which is very much not the case! Initially upon spraying, there is some greenery, and a fresh, juicy and vibrant burst of fig that reminds one of a fig tree in the sun... after it has sat and developed on my skin for a few minutes it dries to a chewy, sugared dried fig, it’s dense and vaguely smoky. It’s tropical, sexy, provocative. It evokes the imagery of a humid summer sunset for me.. The projection is quite good and with one spray on the wrist it is comparable to a couple sprays of the average perfume on my neck and that scent bubble lasts for a good few hours. I can still smell it faintly on my skin the next morning. It is decently pricey but for me personally very worth it and definitely a year-round signature scent.

Many years ago, I vacationed in Javier, Spain in the middle of summer. Our yard had lush, beautiful landscaping and a fig tree. After morning swims in the Mediterranean, we spent sun-drenched afternoons lounging around eating tapas and ripe figs with honey plucked from our little tree. This fragrance took me right back. It is gorgeous and layered. The fig is photorealistic on me but I also get the leaves and the surrounding floral shrubbery. It is richly sweet on my skin without being cloying. There are darker notes to even it out without the standing out on their own. This is also truly unisex. I love it equally on my husband and it wears a little spicier on him. Typically when I experience a fragrance, I know exactly when I should wear it - what occasion, time of the day, season. I think maybe this is so versatile it could be worn anytime. Perhaps just spray more in the evening and less for day. Maybe I just love it too much to decide. Try it!!

Right after application, the fragrance opens with an unexpected gourmand touch, reminding me of sugar-coated roasted nuts 😳 This impression most likely comes from the combination of cane sugar with the spicy and citrusy top notes. As it develops, the gourmand nuance gradually fades, making room for the star of the composition - fig. The fig is soft, creamy, and enveloping, yet still green and fresh at the same time. In the heart, ylang-ylang adds a subtle bitterness and depth. At times, I also catch a banana-like nuance, which likely comes from the ylang-ylang as well. The sweetness is present but very pleasant and well balanced, never overwhelming. Overall, the fragrance feels soft, feminine, and easy to wear. Longevity is good, I can clearly smell it on my skin from morning until evening. Projection is rather moderate and stays close to the skin, at least for now. I plan to wear it more, as my impressions may still evolve over time.