In my opinion, it smells in the opening like the one and only Tom Ford, just as strong and somewhat clove-heavy. I sprayed both at the same time, and the LPDO really has a 98% similarity to Tobacco Vanille; however, this fades after about 5-10 minutes. Then the fragrance starts to develop. Light tonka bean, tobacco, and a hint of fruity-sweet vanilla. All in all, a delicious gourmand scent that initially smells a bit like TV and then later becomes beautifully smooth and pleasant. Definitely an alternative to Tobacco Vanille, as it costs only a fraction of the price and has a similar “flair.”