Fougère D'Argent by Tom Ford

Brand: Tom Ford

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

A modern fougère: mandarin and ginger with lavender and cistus labdanum, dried down with peppery akigalawood and coumarin.

Is Fougère D'Argent worth it?

How it smells: Opens with mandarin and ginger, lavender and labdanum at the heart, then dries down to akigalawood and coumarin.

Scent Score: 51/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 44, versatility 75, layerability 52 and value 29, each out of 100.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2018 · Unisex

Key accords: Mandarin, Ginger, Lavender, Labdanum, Akigalawood, Coumarin

Top Notes

  • Mandarin
  • Ginger

Heart Notes

Base Notes

  • Akigalawood
  • Coumarin

Occasions: Office, Daytime

Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter

Fragrance overview

Fougère D'Argent by Tom Ford belongs to the aromatic fragrance family. A modern fougère: mandarin and ginger with lavender and cistus labdanum, dried down with peppery akigalawood and coumarin. Fougère D'Argent opens with Mandarin and Ginger. The heart brings Lavender and Labdanum. It dries down to Akigalawood and Coumarin.

How to wear Fougère D'Argent

On skin, Fougère D'Argent by Tom Ford has longevity of 6-8 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for office and daytime. Its best layering match in the catalog is Original Santal by Creed. Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Original Santal on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays Original Santal and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Fougère D'Argent opens with Mandarin and Ginger.

The heart brings Lavender and Labdanum.

It dries down to Akigalawood and Coumarin.

What to layer with Fougère D'Argent

  • Creed Original Santal bottle

    Original Santal by Creed

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger and lavender.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Original Santal on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays Original Santal

  • Creed Tabarome bottle

    Tabarome by Creed

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Aromatic and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin and ginger.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tabarome on top for citrus lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays Tabarome

  • Creed Virgin Island Water bottle

    Virgin Island Water by Creed

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Aromatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin and ginger.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water

  • Al Haramain Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu bottle

    Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu by Al Haramain

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger and labdanum.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays Amber Oud Exclusif Bleu

  • Louis Vuitton L'Immensité bottle

    L'Immensité by Louis Vuitton

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Aromatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger and labdanum.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L'Immensité on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays L'Immensité

Pairings to approach with care

  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade bottle

    Ombre Nomade by Louis Vuitton

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Ombre Nomade has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Ombre Nomade brings an oriental contrast to this aromatic scent.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ombre Nomade on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 1 spray Ombre Nomade

  • Maison Francis Kurkdjian Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum bottle

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian

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    Not Recommended · 31/99

    Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this aromatic scent.

    Order: Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Fougère D'Argent?

Fougère D'Argent opens with Mandarin and Ginger. The heart brings Lavender and Labdanum. It dries down to Akigalawood and Coumarin.

How long does Fougère D'Argent last, and how strong is it?

Fougère D'Argent by Tom Ford has longevity of 6-8 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Fougère D'Argent?

It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits office and daytime.

What layers well with Fougère D'Argent?

Original Santal by Creed is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share ginger and lavender. Apply Fougère D'Argent first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Original Santal on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Fougère D'Argent : 2 sprays Original Santal.

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