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Dior

Dior

1976 · For women · Floral

Dior by Dior was launched in 1976, a floral fragrance for women, composed by Edmond Roudnitska. Its accord profile is led by white floral, fresh and woody. Key notes: Narcissus and Lily-Of-The-Valley.

At a glance

Dominant accordswhite floral, fresh, woody
Key notesNarcissus, Lily-Of-The-Valley
Community rating4.34/5 from 226 votes

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Accord profile

white floral13%fresh13%woody11%green10%floral10%mossy9%aldehydic9%yellow floral9%amber8%earthy8%

Note pyramid

Top, heart and base notes as recorded for this composition. Each note links to every other fragrance in the database that uses it.

About this fragrance

Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.

Dior (1976) is a chypre floral composed by Edmond Roudnitska, a perfumer known for his precise, architectural style. The opening is bright and airy, with aldehydes lifting lilac and jasmine into a sparkling, slightly soapy haze. As it settles, the heart reveals a green, floral bouquet: narcissus and lily-of-the-valley add a cool, dewy freshness that feels like a spring garden after rain. The base is a classic chypre foundation—oakmoss, woodsy notes, and amber—providing a mossy, earthy warmth that lingers on the skin. The overall effect is elegant and composed, with a noticeable green streak that keeps it from feeling overly sweet.

This is a fragrance for collectors who appreciate vintage chypres and the work of Roudnitska. It suits those who enjoy white florals with a mossy, woody backbone, and it wears well in daytime or formal settings. The aldehydes and green notes make it particularly refreshing in warmer weather, while the amber base gives it enough depth for cooler months. If you love classic French perfumery with a crisp, floral heart and a grounded finish, this is a worthy addition to your collection.

中文簡介

1976年由Edmond Roudnitska調配的Dior,屬西普花香調。前調以醛、丁香與茉莉揭開,明亮通透;中調水仙與鈴蘭帶來青綠花香,似雨後花園般清涼;基調橡苔、木質與琥珀構成經典西普底蘊,苔蘚泥土感溫暖持久。整體氣質優雅從容,綠意貫穿,適合喜愛老西普與白花木質調的收藏家。日常或正式場合皆宜,暖天清爽,冷天亦有深度。

Reference data

HouseDior
NameDior
Launched1976
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyFloral
PerfumerEdmond Roudnitska
Notes recorded8
Accords10

Quick answers

Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.

What are the notes in Dior?

Dior by Dior: top notes are Aldehydes, Lilac and Jasmine; heart notes are Narcissus and Lily-Of-The-Valley; base notes are Oak Moss, Woodsy Notes and Amber.

What accords does Dior have?

The dominant accords recorded for Dior are white floral (100.0%); fresh (98.6%); woody (80.7%); green (78.7%); floral (78.5%).

Who created Dior?

Dior by Dior was composed by Edmond Roudnitska.

When was Dior launched?

Dior by Dior was first released in 1976.

What does Dior smell like?

Dior is recorded as a floral fragrance, centred on Narcissus and Lily-Of-The-Valley.

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