Fougère Platine

Fougère Platine by Tom Ford is a sharply modern interpretation of the classic fougère genre, characterized by its bold herbal opening and precision-crafted dry down. It features a prominent clary sage and basil top note that deliver a bracing, herbal, slightly metallic character—often likened to a clean, polished silver or the afterglow of a fishmonger’s tray. These notes fade into a well-blended heart of honey, olibanum, and spanish labdanum, which wrap the composition in a warm, resinous sheen. The backbone is a dry, slightly sweet tobacco and cedar wood base that adds depth and quietly carries the scent forward. Longevity and projection remain inconsistent for many, with some reporting moderate sillage and a decent clock duration, while others find the scent fades quickly into skin scent. Despite this, the scent shows strong character and elegance, drawing comparisons to Vert d’Encens, Houbigant Fougere Royale, and even L’Envol—but with a more original, musky-metallic sheen. It stands as a professional, tailored scent suitable for office environments, evening occasions, and cool weather, though a few find the initial aroma overpowering or unpleasant on their skin. Performance remains a recurring point of debate, with some users reporting strong projection and lasting up to 12 hours, while others experience a rapid decline in scent intensity, especially in warmer months.