Tom Ford for Men Extreme

Ingenius, simply ingenius! In all my years of smelling fragrances, I had yet to come across a scent like this. Tom Ford For Men Extreme was a creation that I was well aware of its existence and often times saw for sale in retail stores and even online back in the day. For some reason, it never caught my attention to test out and neither did its older brother For Men, before I tested that one out afterwards in a sample. A quick note also is that this was absolutely 100% made in 100ml bottles. Apart from me seeing it with my own eyes back then, some others also have mentioned this. According to my research and feedback, it seems this fragrance was supposed to be a limited edition release and the 100ml bottles were firstly made and given as a gift from the brand to their most valuable clientel since it was among their first male fragrance releases. These versions also contained no batch codes. They were then sold for a limited time in selected Tom Ford boutiques and Sephora in the U.S. and France. As of now I tested almost every male offering from the signature line and none really did it for me, which made me think how overhyped TF as a brand really might be. Still, I came across a sealed bottle of the For Men Extreme for a reasonable price and decided why not. Seeing as how rare it is, it could always be sold off again. I received the bottle, opened it and tested it out in the air first as I always do. My goodness..wauw..the opening was true bliss! So strange to say this, though it was as if I instantly knew I needed something like this in my life and was waiting for its arrival without even having smelled it before. It's not easy to describe, but in the opening you get a blast of fruitiness combined with the smell of cold clean dirt that's surrounded by a mild spiciness. This would probably be mainly the truffle, plum and fig added with mainly the cinnamon, saffron and cardamom in a cozy style. I also get a very slight berry like type of a scent done in the most chique way possible. Might just be the combo of the above mentioned notes that gives that vibe off. It dries down very quickly from here and goes mainly to the caramel, vanilla, rum and a little bit left of the cinnamon. Now the downside of this fragrance is the performance unfortunately. I have read some mixed reviews about this. My experience is that it quickly causes nose fatigue. There is something in this that makes you not smell the top and mid anymore after a few minutes, but when not paying attention, the top and mid notes make themselves known again very elegantly. Even though with this in mind, think it's safe to say that it is a very discrete type of performer. In the benefit of the fragrance it does have to be mentioned that the atomizer releases a noticable low amount of juice. At minimum it is 1/2 spray of the average atomizer and honestly I would even wanna say 1/3. The trick would then be to apply 2 to 3 sprays on the same spot to get one full average spray so to say, this does seem to help with the performance. You can easily recognize 'that Tom Ford signature' backbone in this scent which reminded me of the likes of Noir Extreme. Albeit they are different scents with Noir Extreme being a almost full on gourmand. This I would say is more of a Westernized Oriental spicy fragrance. I don't know how Pierre Negrin and Claude Dir did it, but the notes they came up with created a magic potion that among the hundreds of scents I have smelled and own as of today, made this one to be among my top 10 of all time. Trust me that really is saying something here. As a collector, fragrance explorer or whatever you want to identify as, do not sleep on this treasure of a scent. Perhaps it can also make you feel filled with joy upon smelling it, as it did so here. Rating: 9.1/10

Tom Ford Extreme is one of the best TF fragrances of all time! Of All Time!!! The fact that this was released as a flanker to TF For Men, and not marketed as a standalone Private Blend is really a tragedy of poor marketing and brand placement. This fragrance deserved so much better. It is so much better than many PB entries, and deserves to be recognised as one of TF's best creations. Imagine if this was released as an Eau de Parfum in the PB, with the squarish bottles, and given the name "Truffle Incense" or "Plum Smoke" or some other two-note naming convention that was popular at the time. The people would have bought this in bulk and showered in it. Literally showered in it. TF Extreme starts with a blast of truffle, leathery and earthy accords, that are then elevated with a crisp lemon that cuts through the formulation like a ray of light shining through rich purple velvet curtains. There is a creamy woodiness in the background that grounds the fragrance and helps it transition into the heart. The heart develops about 30 minutes after application, and one can smell boozy, resinous and woody accords. The dry-down is really where this fragrance shines. The rich incense and smokiness that come out really radiate and give a sense of depth and mystery to this fragrance. It is undoubtedly manly and very masculine, I can't imagine a woman wanting to smell like this. I can see this being the partner to Plum Japonais. There are elements of the two fragrances that are similar, where PJ goes into a frutier and plummier direction, TF Extreme goes into incense and boozy accords. Longevity and projection are quite solid for an Eau de Toilette. I get 6-7 hours of longevity, and 1.5 hours of projection within arms length. Again, if this had been released as an Eau de Parfum, and they amped up the performance this would have been a cult classic. If Estee Lauder really wants to revive old school Tom Ford, they would bring this back and make into an expensive PB at Eau de Parfum concentration. I think it would be badass reincarnated as a more powerful "Tom Ford Plum Smoke". If it ever happens, I want royalties! 10/10 Snifftacular!

You know, sometimes I wonder what it is that makes people enjoy fragrances like Tom Ford for Men Extreme. I'm particularly perplexed as to why an uninitiated nose would even gravitate towards such a scent. It's clearly not an easygoing or smooth fragrance that was made to capture the appeal of the average consumer. Yet, I am amazed at how much lies beneath the dark and rough surface because us bloodhounds can see, or rather smell those things more clearly, and thus we are able to appreciate a fragrance as a whole as opposed to just its parts. With that being said, this is one of those fragrances that you just can't be 100% sure about. This is a deep-layered fragrance with many nuances that are arguably impossible to describe thanks to its complicated note pyramid. Though at its core, it presents itself as the scent of earth; a humble composition of organic material rich in nutrients keeping Earth alive (see what I did there?). But at the end of the day, is the earthy accord used here as simple as one thinks it is? Absolutely not, as it's also a fairly complex set of notes that I can't quite decipher very well, save for maybe patchouli and some spices reminiscent of the warmth of the Christmas season. What I do know is that Tom Ford for Men Extreme was expertly crafted as a very wearable fragrance that is both representative of the modern gentleman and the Tom Ford brand image itself. I cannot think of many other fragrances in the line that are as true to the brand as this one right here. Perhaps the reason for its unfortunate demise was that it just wasn't very well understood by consumers, including fragrance enthusiasts, due to its abstract nature. I've always had an up-and-down experience with it, and part of that was my questioning of what the hell it was supposed to smell like and why it wasn't performing as robustly as it would suggest. I'm happy I overcame that mentality by biting the bullet to own a bottle, because this does so much for me without being much, if that makes sense. Trust your nose, and you just won't regret it.

Tom Ford Extreme completely blew me away! This fragrance is certainly a treat to any Tom Ford connoisseur! The initial sniff of the sprayer resembles a Black Orchid vibe, but also something unique and nothing I've smelt ever. Upon initial spray (I'm going off of a partial primed spray, not a full one) it's something I almost cannot put into words. It's spicy, leathery, slightly boozy and woody for sure! Kind of antique esque! I can definitely detect the caramel note (not super sweet smelling) and it smells so good! This is masculine at it's finest! I finally understand other users' comments about this and the Private Blend. It smells like it should of belonged in that group and go by a different name. I can see why most places like Sephora make this an online exclusive. It's very special scent, and sought after those who are daring enough to take the plunge into a true Tom Ford fragrance. If your finding that your collection is mostly Tom Ford, fellas you owe it to yourself to add this gem to your collection! Skip the original, the extreme is a whole other beast, and a better one at that! Longevity will be determined at a later time. I'll be rocking this one as my work scent of the day tomorrow, to see how this one does. Tom Ford Extreme is pricy, but "Extreme"-ly worth it! 12/10 One of the best Tom Ford's of all time! Edit: 2/2/19 -- Longevity is about average unfortunately. Although, even when I stop smelling it, others still can, so that kind of plays a factor in a positive way. As many other reviewers claim, you'd assume for the notes in this fragrance, they would last a long time. A beautiful scent, that unfortunately lacks longevity. You'd almost have to go 3-4 sprays and at least 1-2 on clothes to make this project.

This is absolutely not what I expected. I know that reviews already portrayed this as a niche fragrance, but I thought it would be more mass appealing for a signature fragrance (brandname + for men + extreme) So the scent starts with juicy lemons and figs, very sweet, almost like black orchid kind of sweet, but then a few seconds later the smoke (truffles?) kicks in. It's the kind of smoke when you go hiking with your friends wearing flannel shirt and boots, and you fry bacon and chicken on the fire you made out of random wood found in the forest. But it has a gorgeous juicy fig in the background all the way. Very well blended fragrance, it changes, evolves, one minute it's weird the next minute it's heavenly. If you sniff it in deep, you can still smell the lemon and the cedarwood in the back. Well the cedarwood smells a little more like pine, because my nose can't separate it from the smoke. There is a tiny bit of piney-barbershop thing lingering in the back, and this is what becomes the drydown on your skin. Scent feel: you are a kind of man who would wear boots with his suit, dresses up in flannel shirt for a hike. Fresh out of the barber shop, you go out with friends, you are the one who knows how to make fire, and smart enough to have a discussion about either philosophy, quantum physics but you enjoy simple pleasures of life like just enjoying the woods and looking at the stars. You know what you want, and you don't mind if not everyone loves you. You're dangerous, but humble and friendly. Modern / old skool: mixture of the two Mass appealing: 3/10 Art (Genius factor): 9/10 Projection: 5/10 (which is good, this shouldn't project too much) Performance: 7/10 Weather: Cold Personal score: 8/10

This is a rich, beautifull, dramatic and very unusual fragragrance. Like many of the private blends, but with less longevity. I think what makes this fragrance uniquely enjoyable is the truffle and plum accord. Truffle is a very unique smell, wet earthy vegitation, even a bit sour, like decaying greenery. The plum makes a seemless accord with the darker earthy truffle, and it's a beautifull smell for me. The truffle is the darring piquant note, but there's a lot more going on that smooths it out and makes it a cozy Fall and Winter scent. There are a lot of notes not listed here, but I have seen and heard from other sources; plum, fig, rum, leather. I get nutmeg, sage, and some vanilla... The great thing about this frag is that it's dark and rich, you think Fall and Winter, yet it goes nicely in warm weather because of the earthy tuber, fresh vetiver, and the boozy plum and fig notes. The fruity touches remind me of the blackberry in Amouage Jubilation XXV, the rasberry in Tuscan Leather, or the pinapple in Aventus. They all ad that great fresh fruity touch, that makes these fragrances great. This fragrance feels like it has dark balsamic richness, though none listed. Tom Ford Extreme is a classy woody fragrance, with some fresh spices, and hints of citrus, it is much better than the regular Tom Ford Man fragrance. Reviewers have said it's much more wearable than many Private Blends that have more wow factor. I agree, it's very cozy and wearable, very masculine. PS: If you want to check out something with a similar vib, but is yet more extreme with beast mode longevity and projection, at about the same price, Amouage Opus VII. Rating: 9. 5/10 God bless. John 3:16

This Juice? Pure Magic! Let me tell you, this fragrance is perfect for my taste. It’s like Tom Ford knew exactly what I needed before I did. It also feels like a bit of a teaser, a precursor to some of his later creations—like this was the OG magic potion, and the rest got inspired by this . Now, let’s talk style: It’s classy, but not like , "I only wear this with a three-piece suit and monocle" kind of classy. No, this is flexible. I can rock it with a t-shirt and jeans, or a shirt and tie. I could throw in "tuxedo" here, but let's be real—how often am I frocking around in a tux? Exactly. Not often. 😂 This scent leans masculine, no question about it. I was going to call it “uber masculine,” but honestly, I can totally see women pulling this off too—and if my partner was wearing it? Yeah, I’d be all about that. It's got a vibe that works for everyone. Now, here’s the kicker: It’s only available in EDT, But hold up—don’t let that bother you. This stuff is potent . It pushes off my skin like it’s got something to prove. It’s not obnoxious, though. People will definitely notice, but they won’t be running away from you like you sprayed on a whole bottle of “desperation.” And the longevity? Beast mode. I’m talking 8 hours on my skin, easy. Even longer on clothes. I’ve only got one bottle, and let me tell you, I’m on a mission to hunt for a backup. This juice deserves a spot in the Tom Ford Hall of Fame. Shame it’s discontinued... but honestly, Estée Lauder, please don’t even think about bringing it back. We all know how your reformulations go—like turning a masterpiece into a high-school art project. Let's not ruin a good thing!

This edt is superb in what it is and what it does. To my taste it beats the entire privé line with ease . This scent carries style, appeal, warmth, richness, sweetnes, refinement, subtlety and so on and on. Sweet is good if not overdone and this one does it exceptionally well in a mature and stylish way before going to that very nice leathery drydown. There are not so many fragrances that succeed at being so rich in scent and so easy to wear at the same time. The way this acts makes me want to wear it over and over and that is the trick it does. The performance is tweaked into perfection. Average projection and good enough longevity, the right way that compliments this scent. Easy to wear and yet so rich. It,s like eating cookies that are real good in taste and yet so subtle that make you eat the whole package at once because you can,t get enough of them, you never get satisfied from them... Dressed up, casual, any occasion, no matter what.. never disturbing people around, carrying quite a mass appeal and still being different and unique. You simply don,t have to be scared to overspray or to possibly disturb other people by wearing this. That is one of the reasons that make this juice so good for me. Easy to wear but still rich and unique in scent. This scent is perfect for people that don,t like loud fragrances screaming for attention or way to long lasting fragrances but just want to enjoy while still getting noticed when someone comes close without having or wanting to smell the perfume to "explicitly" for the whole day. Perfect!

Pros: That's a scent I can really really really enjoy! It's dark, Earthy, Spicy and fresh all at the same time. It's complex and deep. It takes you to a magical place! I don't really know how tuber smells... But if it smells like this it's wonderful! A perfect scent! 10/10 The packaging is very classy and like most of Tom ford's scents it's very elegant and sleek with a brown striped glass bottle with golden cap! 8/10 Cons: Here comes the little disappointment! For a perfume labeled as extreme it is rather weak! I hesitated before trying this because black orchid is not an "Extreme" perfume and was very strong! After a Blast of citrus and figs, Tom Ford extremes dries out very close to the skin... To my surprise! It doesn't project as I wanted it to be for an extreme perfume. However, the longevity is very good but it's still less than I expected. Black orchid, Sahara noir and other Tom ford's scents outclass Tom Ford extreme in every way! The only thing that Tom ford Extreme outclasses it's fellows is by it's pricetag which brings me for it's third and most glaring con! I really can't justify it'a pricetag. 150$ for 50ml EDP? With that projection and longevity no sir! Sahara noir for me has the same pricetag but is somewhat fair! Sillage 4/10 Longevity 7/10 Price 2/10 Overall... A nice perfume that is lacking in power for it's price... The same perfume with a lower price would be ok... But I can't deny that I love this perfume... This review just tells that I would never own a bottle! Shame!! 6.2/10

Tom Ford Extreme is, without a doubt, one of those fragrances that has left a lasting mark on my scent journey. Crafted by Olivier Gillotin, it's a spicy-oriental masterpiece with semi-gourmand nuances that resonates with my personal taste in an extraordinary way. From the moment it touches my skin, TFE exudes an undeniable class and richness that sets it apart. The intricate layering of truffle, patchouli, fig, cedar, and lemon creates a symphony of scents that feels like a luxurious sensory experience. It's not just a fragrance; it's an olfactory journey that feels both prestigious and out of the ordinary. What captivates me the most is the semi-gourmand quality that TFE possesses. The sweet fig intertwined with the earthy truffle notes hits all the right notes for me. It's a combination that feels opulent and indulgent, reflecting my preference for scents that go beyond the ordinary. When I wear TFE, it's as if I'm donning an invisible cloak of sophistication. The spicy-oriental undertones dance with my skin, leaving an impression that is both memorable and unique. It's a fragrance that speaks to my senses on a personal level, capturing the essence of what I find truly captivating in the world of perfumery. In summary, Tom Ford Extreme isn't just a fragrance in my collection; it's a personal statement. The combination of its rich character, semi-gourmand allure, and the masterful work of Olivier Gillotin makes it a standout choice that aligns seamlessly with my individual taste and preferences.

Just to add to the comments below about price. I pretty much agree that you should buy whatever is within your means. You'll find a way to have it if you love it that much and really really want it. Everybody has their limits and some houses are extortionate. I mean I really like Clive Christian fragrances but only one of them really justified the expenditure. However, this fragrance is an anomalous one because Tom Ford for Men is considerably cheaper... for the same EDT concentration. I know this is a later release and may well come down in price but it's still a little steep. Fortunately, I love this stuff and as a collector I'm not always bothered about maximizing the volume of juice I get so 50ml is just fine due to having a vast collection. Value for money is in the eye of the beholder anyway. I suspect somebody who ops for this sort of scent (especially from TF) is not a noob to fragrances and probably will rotate it with a few others, so even if you get 6 to 12 months use from it at £80 is that not deemed to be acceptable? It is for me... but the point is people have different perception of value for money and as it is with lots of things, you pay for the name and then discover whether it's worth it or not. Having said that I would love this as a EDP just so I got more strength and longevity from it...otherwise a brilliant fragrance.

Even though I'm a woman, I tried this cause I love Tom Ford fragrance and makeup. All I can describe this brand with is the word "luxurious". My signature perfume is Black Orchid, and I'm absolutely in love with it!!! I was spraying perfumes and playing around in Sephora looking for a sexy sent, and I saw this babe in a beautiful brown-gold bottle, I thought why not give it a try. Didn't know it's for men right then, but I was in love. Very intense and extreme indeed. I can imagine what kind of men were this. A very classy man wearing an expensive roberto cavalli suit, with a burgundy tie and fancy shoes, holding his cigar while reading a newspaper. It's not for a teenager or a very young man, for sure. Too mature, too heavy, too sexy for a casual look too. No freshness in there, and not citrus in any way. It's not a "sporty" smell. That's why I find it so unique. It has a distinctive smell that makes it stand out. If your man is into woody, leathery scents you might wanna get him that. I'm sure it's gonna appreciated by a gentle man. Away from the topic, I wanna get that one to myself. Would that be weird? Hmmmm... I'd prefer to smell it on my man :) It's too harsh for women I guess, because of the tobacco. But I still consider getting it.

Tom Ford for Men Extreme is a glass of whiskey and a crushed velvet jacket personified in a bottle. This juice is smooth as hell. It exudes stepping out and looking sharp. Its' opening evokes a dimly lit bar and and something in your hand served neat. I get all the the opening notes, (There aren't many, but that is the genius of this fragrance!) the fig, the lemon and patchouli bloom beautifully. As this thick and rich trio continues its opening salvo they are reigned in by the truffle and cedar that add a rich earthy tone to TFfME. What I love about this scent is that it veers in different directions, coming off as woody and spicy yet also giving a slight leather vibe. This is a well composed fragrance and it is very long lasting. When to wear this? This is a night time scent for me. Think dressed to the nines and having a great night with someone special on the town. This suits the thirty and up crowd perfectly and and could be worn by both sexes but it veers more masculine. Give Tom Ford for Men Extreme a few sprays when the night calls for more than looking smooth or cool, it will add a sexy edge and give another reason for your special someone to draw themselves closer to you.

I picked up the original 2007 batch without Extreme on the gold placard. I had never smelled it before and it was a pure blind buy. To me it’s a fruity top supported with a note that smells like truffle, I guess. Or what the perfume approximation of fresh truffles smell like. I get little patchouli until it dries down and then you get a combo of the truffle and patchouli with iso e super, I think. It’s not dry patchouli like a L’Instant de Guerlain or a Jovoy scent. It’s very smooth, fruity and rounded without much overt sweetness. A lot of people say it’s an upscale scent and overtly masculine. I’m not sure I agree with either of those. It’s a niche type scent in a designer bottle, poorly marketed and eventually discontinued. This should’ve been in a Private Blend bottle. It’s just an oddball truffle/fruit/patch scent. I get good longevity at 6-8+ hours but projection gets to the skin after a few hours. It’s objectively an 8.0/10. It’s weird, it’s interesting, it’s too expensive now. But it was an awesome start to the Tom Ford line!

I love this scent. First purchased in 2007, shortly after launch at a big department store on Oxford Street, London. It was, in effect, a replacement for Gucci Pour Homme - which was also purchased upon launch and which I still have about a third of a bottle for reference purposes. Fantastic, rich, incense and fig perfume. The first bottles I had (I always buy at least two) were full of this heady, potent, heavy scent. Great. But I used them up apart from a few mls. Subsequent purchases were disappointing - until now. I had a previous batch (A36) which was a pale imitation of my initial bottles, close enough to provoke nostalgia, far away enough to make you weep. A36 is a Mar 2016 batch. However, a couple of days ago I picked up a bottle of this which was an A27 (Feb 2017) batch and .......it is exactly like the original 2007 product. Actually, it is stronger. Take home message - in the face of time and reformulations, don’t give up hope, you can sometimes get that old vibe again.

This is rich smoky variation on the original which is one of my favorites. It opened VERY smoky on my skin (the tuber?), it's not to the point that I would call it "acrid" but it's pretty strong - like a nearby forest on fire, woody smoke (not tire-rubber smoke like the opening of Loewe Esencia - lovely drydown in its own right, mind you), but strongly smoky nonetheless. The sweetness is there also, but after that strong smoky note loses its clout the balance of the scent really stands out. Many sweetish scents approach being masculine, but this one owns it. This is "serious manly sweet" perfected. The sweetness of the fig and the patch and cedar create an accord I'd describe as "wood-drenched-in-amber" - with a toned down smokey contribution from the opening notes, this for some reason conjured in my imagination the silken upholstery and dark wood-paneled walls in an exclusive men's club. Magnificent, damn it - now I'm also hunting down a deal for this :)

This is and was when first released in '07 a slap in the face to all the designer houses and niche fragrance producers that claimed to know what a seductive, alluring, sensuous men's fragrance is yet, still have a Gentlemanly aura all rolled into one. It melds the line of sophistication and classy relaxed stature while simultaneously injecting a bit of a Bad Man essence (yes, not a bad boy wannabe) that has got their proverbial "shit" together in spades. It exudes opulence, refinement and still give enough of a charming and warm like presence to the wearer that is supremely captivating. Women love this stuff and Men (whatever is left of us) stand in respect of it. If there is The Signature of Signature scents from Tom Ford, this is it. It says FU to the establishment with a shit eating grin while portraying class & style in abundance. Love this stuff. For those that don't well, I guess it sucks to be you.....

This fragrance has mixed reviews on longevity and silage. In my experience with TF Extreme is that it lasts all day long with me. I usually spray the back of my hands or my cuffs. The silage seems to be pretty pontent as I can still smell it everytime I'm moving about. I absolutely love this fragrance. This fragrance IMO smells better than the original and it lasts way longer than the original. Just by spraying each on a tester strip, the extreme version lasted way longer. Someone wrote that it's no longer being made. Too bad if that's the case. I love the smell of leather and had bought Bvlgari Man Black. I wished that I had 't and splurged for TF Extreme instead. MAN Black is too sweet and doesn't have much for silage. It is a parfum and unfortunatley, it just will not last any length of time on me or clothes. Tom Ford Extreme is a quality frag in my experience if you like the scent

Truffles, truffles, and did I say truffles!!! Tom ford for men extreme is a potent version of the original tom ford for men. You can call this the intense edition even though it's still and eau de toilette. I remember the first time I smelled this, it took me right to a chemistry laboratory where the smell of ammonia and some other "pissy" substances clouds the air. But as the saying goes, "good things come to those who wait;" by mid to drydown, I was in heaven. These days, the opening is probably one of the best openings from tom ford to my little nose. Opening of citruses, figs, truffles, and incense. As the mid and dry down comes, the truffles hung tight as patchouli, amber, Cedar, sandalwood, fir balsam, and incense kicks into another gear. Defiantly, this will challenge younger crowds and new noses, but it's a stunner worthy of my wardrobe.

It would be nice if Fragrantica would finally fix the note breakdown for this fragrance. I know, it's not easy to get them all right but this fragrance Tom Ford for Men Extreme is actually a very complex fragrance & the simplistic note breakdown they have had up just doesn't do it justice! Anyways, I'm sad to see that Tom Ford doesn't make this fragrance anymore as it always was way more impressive than the original Tom Ford for Men. Matter of fact, it's more impressive than even some of the Tom Ford private blends! NOTES - Top notes: Thai Basil, Coriander, Chamomile, Cardamom, Cinnamon Bark, Persian Lemon, Cistus, Middle notes: Black Plum, Parma Violet, Atlas Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Saffron, Thyme, Brogiotto Black Fig, Base notes: Rum, Haitian Vetiver, Caramel, Vanilla, Black Truffle, Fir Balsam, Leather, Amber, Patchouli, Shoyeido Incense