The Perfume Library

J'adore L'Or (2010)

8.1

Dior · 2010

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior J'adore L'Or is a floral, sweet and gourmand fragrance for women, and it has been discontinued. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic and others modern. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Fall and winter lead the seasonal votes, with spring also well represented, and evening and night out are the most chosen occasions. May rose and jasmine open it with a fresh floral note. In the heart, tonka bean and vanilla absolute bring a creamy, powdery sweetness. Patchouli, amber and labdanum in the base add a spicy, oriental depth to that sweetness.

Miss Dior (2017) (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Dior · 2017

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Dior Miss Dior is a feminine scent built around lemon, damask rose and patchouli, where bright citrus meets a rich floral heart. It opens with lemon, mandarin orange and pink pepper, bright and lightly spicy. The heart brings damask rose, Grasse rose and jasmine leaf into a full floral body. Patchouli and Brazilian rosewood leave a woody base underneath. Overall it reads sweet, fruity and powdery, with a creamy softness. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and spring, with winter not far behind. Daily and leisure wear lead, though evening use is common too. Most voters find it feminine. Sapil Desire and Oakcha Pure Veil have a close profile.

Fahrenheit Cologne

7.4

Dior · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Fahrenheit Cologne is a fresh men's fragrance that pairs Sicilian mandarin orange, lemon and Calabrian bergamot with aquatic notes. The citrus leads, with French violet adding a floral touch and Haitian vetiver and Virginia cedar forming a woody base. Nutmeg and caraway bring a spicy edge, while Indonesian patchouli stays in the background. The overall feel is green, aquatic and slightly leathery. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office use lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine. Maison Francis Kurkdjian masculin Pluriel and Memo Paris Ocean Leather have a close profile.

Miss Dior Essence

6.8

Dior · 2025

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dior Miss Dior Essence is a feminine fragrance that sets a sweet, fruity opening of blackberry jam and elderflower against jasmine sambac and oak wood. The opening leads with blackberry jam and elderflower, giving a sweet, fruity and gourmand first impression. In the heart, jasmine sambac carries the floral side, while oak wood forms a woody base that softens the sugar. A powdery texture runs alongside. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest autumn and spring, with winter not far behind and summer chosen less often. It is worn from daytime to nights out, and most voters call it feminine and modern. Rihanna Nude and Gisada Donna have a close profile.

J'adore L'Absolu (2007) (Eau de Parfum Absolue)

7.8

Dior · 2007

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior J'adore L'Absolu opens on ylang-ylang and settles into a heart of rose, jasmine and tuberose, a feminine floral that has been discontinued. Ylang-ylang sits on top, while rose, jasmine and tuberose form the floral heart. In the base, woods, fruits and musk soften those flowers. The overall feel is fresh and floral, followed by a sweet, powdery and slightly woody trail. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest spring and autumn, though summer and winter are not far behind. It leans towards night outs and evenings, and also suits daily wear. Most voters find it feminine. Amouage Tayyiba and Vivienne Westwood Cheeky Alice have a close profile.

J'adore (Eau de Toilette) (2011)

7.2

Dior · 2011

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Dior J'adore Eau de Toilette is a fresh, floral women's scent that opens with citrus and mandarin orange and moves into tuberose, rose and jasmine; it has been discontinued. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, and it leans towards daily, leisure and business wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, and most voters read it as feminine. Citrus notes and mandarin orange give a bright, fresh start. In the heart, tuberose, rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine and orange blossom form a floral bouquet, softened by green and fruity touches. The base of vanilla and woody notes turns it sweeter and leaves a powdery softness.

Happy Hour

7.8

Dior · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior Happy Hour is a fresh, floral unisex fragrance that sets fruity sweetness against a powdery, creamy softness. The scent rests on three notes: ylang-ylang, jasmine and cranberry. Jasmine and ylang-ylang build a floral, creamy body, while cranberry adds a fresh, slightly tart fruit note. The overall feel is sweet, but the powdery accord softens it without making it heavy. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticeable without dominating a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter the least chosen season. Leisure, daily wear and the office are the occasions named most often. Half of the voters read it as feminine. Rabanne Million Gold for Her Pure Jasmine and Chanel Gabrielle Chanel L'Eau have a close profile.

Miss Dior (2013) (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Dior · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Miss Dior (2013) is a fresh, citrusy floral built around blood orange, rose and neroli, aimed at women and now discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Nearly half of voters read it as feminine, and some find it modern. Blood orange brightens the opening, then Bulgarian rose, Turkish rose and Tunisian neroli form the floral heart. Indonesian patchouli stays in the base and softens it. The overall impression is fresh and sweet, with fruity and powdery touches. Biotherm Vanessa Bruno - L'Eau and Dior Miss Dior (2019) (Eau de Toilette) have a close profile.

Escale à Parati

7.5

Dior · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Escale à Parati is a fresh women's fragrance that most voters pick for summer and spring and for daytime wear; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it sits easily in daytime settings such as work and leisure. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number find it masculine, so it doesn't draw a hard line. It opens with bergamot, lemon and bitter orange for a citrus lift. The heart brings red berries, mint, cinnamon and rosewood, a floral, green and lightly spicy blend. Tonka bean in the base softens and sweetens the finish.

Cologne Royale

7.0

Dior · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Cologne Royale is a fresh, citrusy unisex cologne that leans towards spring and summer days. The top notes of neroli, lemon and bergamot open bright and citrusy, and mint in the heart adds a cool, green edge. Sandalwood and musk in the base settle it onto a soft, lightly woody and floral ground, with the spicy touch staying in the background. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Votes for masculine and feminine are close. It has been discontinued. Nicolaï L'Eau cHic and Chanel Eau de Cologne have a close profile.

Santal Noir

7.5

Dior · 2018

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Dior Santal Noir is a sweet, creamy woody-floral unisex scent that suits fall and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and evening and night out lead the occasions, though business and daily wear also get votes. Opinion splits between masculine and feminine, so it doesn't lean clearly either way. Sandalwood forms the backbone, softened by ambrette and Turkish rose. A floral, spicy warmth sits over a sweet, creamy and lightly smoky woodiness, with a clear oriental character.

Holy Peony

7.4

Dior · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Green

Dior Holy Peony is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Longevity and sillage are both moderate: it is neither a heavy scent that fills a room nor one that vanishes quickly. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn mostly for leisure, daily life and the office. Most voters find it feminine, while some call it modern. Peony, rose and lily of the valley form a floral core, with raspberry and strawberry adding a soft, sweet fruitiness. Musk and woods stay in the background, and the green and fresh accords keep it light. Vivienne Westwood Cheeky Alice and Lalique Amethyst have a close profile.

J'adore L'Or (2017)

8.6

Dior · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Rose Kabuki (Eau de Parfum)

7.6

Dior · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Green

Eau de Parfum

Dior Rose Kabuki Eau de Parfum is a fresh, floral unisex scent that suits spring and summer days. Its longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is worn equally for daily use, leisure and the office. Half of voters read it as feminine, though it is presented as unisex. The scent is built from rose, dew drop and musk. Rose stays fresh and green, lightened by the dew drop, and the musk softens it into something powdery and creamy. Fruity and sweet touches stay in the background. Bvlgari Le Gemme Desiria and Guerlain Idylle Duet Jasmin-Lilas have a close profile.

Dior Homme Cologne (2007)

8.2

Dior · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Homme Cologne is a fresh, citrusy men's cologne that rests on a powdery, faintly leathery base, and it has been discontinued; it suits daytime wear best. Mandarin orange, bergamot and neroli give a bright citrus start, while sage, lavender and cardamom add an aromatic, spicy edge. Iris brings a powdery softness at the centre. Vetiver, leather, cocoa and patchouli then form a woody, slightly sweet base, with floral and fruity shades running through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall close behind, and daily wear, office and leisure lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine, though classic and modern both get a fair share of votes. Dior Dior Homme (2005) and Montblanc Explorer Extreme have a close profile.

Dior Addict Eau Fraîche (2014)

7.8

Dior · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Addict Eau Fraîche is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days. Bergamot gives it a bright opening, and freesia and lily of the valley add a soft floral heart. In the base, white musk pulls everything together with a clean sweetness, while a fruity, slightly synthetic edge runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays close to the skin. Most voters pick summer or spring, and daily wear, office and leisure come up most often. It reads mostly feminine and modern. Dior Addict 2 and Rituals Océan Infini have a close profile.

Grand Bal

7.4

Dior · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Grand Bal is a fresh, floral women's perfume that most voters place in spring and summer; it has been discontinued. Bergamot brings a citrus brightness, while ylang-ylang, jasmine and orange blossom turn it into a sweet, fruity bouquet. Sandalwood and musk run underneath, giving the scent a woody, powdery base. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it leaves a soft trail through the day. Most voters pick spring and summer, and votes for daily wear, leisure, night out and business are spread almost evenly. It reads mostly feminine. Chloé SeeByChloé and Chanel Gabrielle Chanel (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Miss Dior L'Eau / Miss Dior Chérie L'Eau

7.8

Dior · 2009

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Dior Miss Dior L'Eau / Miss Dior Chérie L'Eau is a fresh, citrusy women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions chosen most. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it is noticeable through the day without being heavy. Most voters call it feminine and modern. It has been discontinued. Bitter orange opens it with brightness, gardenia adds a soft floral heart, and musk rests at the base. The accords are fresh, citrus, floral, green and fruity, and the overall impression is light, clean and lively. Dior Diorissima and Zara Ultra Juicy have a close profile.

Poison Girl Unexpected

7.5

Dior · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior Poison Girl Unexpected is a feminine fragrance with a fresh, sweet character that pairs floral and gourmand tones; it has been discontinued. It opens with bitter orange, Tanzanian ginger and salty notes, a lively, slightly sharp start. In the heart, peony, Damask rose and jasmine sambac bring a soft floral touch. Vanilla, Venezuelan tonka bean and musk settle the base into a creamy, sweet finish. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters lean towards fall and winter, with spring close behind, and it sees use for leisure, evenings and nights out. Most voters call it feminine. Jimmy Choo I Want Choo and Lancôme La Nuit Trésor L'Eau de Toilette have a close profile.

Dior Addict Eau Sensuelle

7.4

Dior · 2012

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Dior Addict Eau Sensuelle is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. It opens with rose and rose absolute, and jasmine joins rose in the heart. Cedar and white musk settle underneath, giving a woody, powdery base. The overall impression is fresh and sweet, with the flowers softened by a gentle woodiness. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without crowding a room. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is used mainly for daily wear, the office and leisure time. Most see it as feminine. Perfumes with a close profile include LPDO Rose Sensuelle and Bronnley Rose.

Pure Poison Elixir

8.0

Dior · 2006

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior Pure Poison Elixir is a floral, gourmand women's scent in which jasmine and orange blossom are sweetened by vanilla, almond and cocoa bean; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It is chosen most for nights out and evenings, and most voters read it as feminine. It opens with petitgrain and green mandarin orange for a fresh start. The heart is jasmine and orange blossom, giving it a floral core. The base of vanilla, almond, cocoa bean and sandalwood pulls it toward a sweet, powdery, oriental feel. Guerlain Mon Précieux Nectar and Boucheron Parfums de Joaillier have a close profile.

Eau Sauvage Extrême (1982) (Eau de Toilette Concentrée)

8.2

Dior · 1982

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Dior Eau Sauvage Extrême is a fresh, green chypre for men, pairing lavender, lemon and bergamot with patchouli, cedar and oakmoss; it has been discontinued. It opens with lavender, lemon, bergamot and basil up front. Toward the heart, sandalwood, jasmine and rosemary join in, and the base of amber, cedar and oakmoss settles it onto an earthy, woody footing. The overall impression is fresh, citrusy and lightly spicy. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with fewer choosing winter. It suits daytime through evening and reads masculine and classic. Giorgio Armani Eau pour Homme and Rochas Eau de Rochas have a close profile.

Belle de Jour

7.8

Dior · 2018

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Dior Belle de Jour is a discontinued unisex fragrance that leans towards spring and summer days, with a fresh, floral character. Most voters pick spring and summer, and winter is chosen least. It suits leisure, daily wear and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Half of the voters read it as feminine, followed by modern and classic. Pear and rose run together, with woody notes supporting them from behind. The fresh, floral side is softened by a fruity sweetness, and a creamy texture sits in between.

Midnight Poison Elixir

8.2

Dior · 2008

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Dior Midnight Poison Elixir is a sweet, oriental women's fragrance that leans towards evenings and the colder months. Most voters pick winter and fall, with evening and night out the favoured occasions, while spring and summer sit well behind. Its longevity is rated very strong and its sillage strong. Most voters read it as feminine, with some calling it classic and others modern. It has been discontinued. Floral, fruity and sweet accords rest on a spicy, woody and earthy base. Rose, caramel and vanilla carry the sweetness, while amber and patchouli deepen it into a powdery warmth. Dior Midnight Poison (Eau de Parfum) and Lattafa Ana Abiyedh Poudrée have a close profile.