Beau de Jour by Tom Ford
Brand: Tom Ford
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A modern barbershop fougère: Provence lavender over rosemary, geranium, mint, basil and oakmoss, on patchouli and amber.
Is Beau de Jour worth it?
How it smells: Opens with lavender, rosemary and geranium at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and amber.
Scent Score: 74/100 (Good). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 83, versatility 67, layerability 68 and value 68, each out of 100.
Buyers say it smells fresh, lasts long and becomes their signature scent. A few say it's too strong. Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 22 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Men
Key accords: Lavender, Rosemary, Geranium, Mint, Oakmoss, Basil
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Rosemary
- Geranium
- Mint
- Oakmoss
- Basil
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Beau de Jour by Tom Ford belongs to the aromatic fragrance family. A modern barbershop fougère: Provence lavender over rosemary, geranium, mint, basil and oakmoss, on patchouli and amber. Beau de Jour opens with Lavender. The heart brings Rosemary, Geranium, Mint, Oakmoss, and Basil. It dries down to Patchouli and Amber.
How to wear Beau de Jour
On skin, Beau de Jour by Tom Ford has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Fahrenheit by Dior. Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 2 sprays Fahrenheit and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Beau de Jour opens with Lavender.
The heart brings Rosemary, Geranium, Mint, Oakmoss, and Basil.
It dries down to Patchouli and Amber.
What to layer with Beau de Jour
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, patchouli, and amber.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 2 sprays Fahrenheit
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share oakmoss, patchouli, and amber.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Moss by Commodity
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, geranium, and oakmoss.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Moss on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 2 sprays Moss
Sedley by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, rosemary, and geranium.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Sedley on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 2 sprays Sedley
Layton Exclusif by Parfums de Marly
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share geranium, patchouli, and amber.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Layton Exclusif on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 1 spray Layton Exclusif
Pairings to approach with care
Tobacco Vanille by Tom Ford
Not Recommended · 35/99
Tobacco Vanille has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tobacco Vanille brings a tobacco contrast to this aromatic scent.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco Vanille on top for tobacco lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 1 spray Tobacco Vanille
Angel Eau de Parfum by Mugler
Not Recommended · 38/99
Angel Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angel Eau de Parfum brings a gourmand contrast to this aromatic scent, and they share patchouli and amber.
Order: Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Angel Eau de Parfum on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 1 spray Angel Eau de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include lavender, patchouli, and amber.
- Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9 — Both include oakmoss, patchouli, and amber.
- Moss by Commodity — Both include lavender, geranium, and oakmoss.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Beau de Jour?
Beau de Jour opens with Lavender. The heart brings Rosemary, Geranium, Mint, Oakmoss, and Basil. It dries down to Patchouli and Amber.
How long does Beau de Jour last, and how strong is it?
Beau de Jour by Tom Ford has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Beau de Jour?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office and casual.
What layers well with Beau de Jour?
Fahrenheit by Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, patchouli, and amber. Apply Beau de Jour first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Beau de Jour : 2 sprays Fahrenheit.
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