Black Violet

Black Violet, a Fruity Chypre

Black Violet was one of Tom Ford’s more mysterious creations. Our version keeps that character, opening with bergamot and dark berries before a powdery violet heart settles over oakmoss, musk, and sandalwood.

The Story Behind the Scent

Tom Ford built Black Violet as a modern take on the classic chypre, pairing dark fruit with the powdery elegance of violet. The idea was something rich and slightly old world, but with a polished, contemporary finish.

That blend of fruit, flower, and moss gave it a distinctive, grown up character that fans still miss. Our interpretation keeps that same balance, from the juicy berry opening to the soft, mossy dry down.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original has been discontinued and is now hard to find. Here is how our version compares.

Who It’s For

This is for someone who loves rich, slightly vintage scents with real character. It suits cooler weather, works day or night, and reads well on both men and women.

Notes

Top notes: Bergamot, Blackberry

Heart notes: Violet, Jasmine

Base notes: Oakmoss, Musk, Sandalwood

How it Smells

It opens with bright bergamot and juicy blackberry, dark and a little tart.

The heart turns soft and powdery, with violet and a touch of jasmine giving an elegant, slightly retro feel.

The base is mossy and warm, with oakmoss, musk, and sandalwood giving a refined, lasting finish.

Common Questions

What does Black Violet smell like?
It is a dark fruity chypre. Bergamot and blackberry open it, powdery violet fills the heart, and a base of oakmoss, musk, and sandalwood gives it a refined finish.

Is the original still available?
Tom Ford Black Violet has been discontinued and is now hard to find. Our interpretation brings the scent back within reach.

Is this the same as the Tom Ford original?
No. This is our own interpretation made to capture the feel of the original. It is not produced by or affiliated with Tom Ford.

How long does it last?
Built at up to 40% perfume oil, it wears longer than a standard eau de parfum, with the mossy base lasting well.

What size is the bottle?
Every bottle is 50ml, made in the EU as an eau de parfum concentration.

Is it for men or women?
Both. Its fruity, mossy character is comfortably unisex.

Disclaimer

Tom Ford and Black Violet are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Tom Ford in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.