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Dioressence
Dioressence is an Eau de Toilette concentration chypre fragrance for women from Christian Dior, built around a bold, unapologetically complex character that rewards those who appreciate depth over simplicity. Patchouli threads through every layer from opening to dry down, grounding the aldehydic brightness of the top notes and the lush floral heart of rose, tuberose and ylang-ylang in something earthy and deeply rooted. This is a fragrance for confident, fragrance-literate women who favour a strong, vintage-style composition with genuine presence.
Rich, brooding and distinctly old-world in spirit, Dioressence suits cooler months and evening occasions where its oakmoss and benzoin base can fully express themselves without competition from heat or humidity.
Fragrance Notes
Top Notes: Patchouli, Green Notes, Aldehydes, Bergamot, Fruity Notes, Orange
Heart Notes: Geranium, Cinnamon, Carnation, Orris Root, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Violet, Tuberose
Base Notes: Oakmoss, Patchouli, Benzoin, Styrax, Vetiver, Vanilla, Musk
Fragrance Family: Chypre
Perfumer: Max Gavarry
Year of Release: 1969
What to Expect
The opening delivers a sharp, slightly waxy burst of aldehydes and bergamot alongside green notes, orange and fruity facets that give it an almost bracing freshness. The heart shifts into a dense floral accord, where carnation and cinnamon add spice to the softer rose, jasmine, violet and tuberose. The dry down settles into a resinous, mossy base of oakmoss, styrax, benzoin and vetiver warmed by vanilla and musk. Longevity is strong and projection is moderate to bold on skin.
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