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Christian Dior

Dioressence

1969 · For women · Amber & Resinous

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Accord profile

warm spicy13%woody12%earthy12%mossy10%aromatic10%amber9%green9%floral9%fresh spicy8%patchouli8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Dioressence, launched in 1969 and composed by Max Gavarry, is a classic chypre that opens with a dense floral heart. Geranium, cinnamon, carnation, orris root, rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, violet, and tuberose create a warm, spicy bouquet. The base of oakmoss, patchouli, benzoin, styrax, vetiver, vanilla, and musk grounds the scent in earthy, mossy richness. This is a fragrance for collectors who appreciate bold, complex compositions with a vintage character. It suits those who enjoy spicy, woody, and earthy accords, and it performs best in cooler weather or evening wear. The interplay of florals and resins gives Dioressence a timeless elegance that stands apart from modern releases.

中文簡介

Dioressence 係1969年由Max Gavarry調配嘅經典西普香水。前調雖然無明確記錄,但中調以天竺葵、肉桂、康乃馨、鳶尾根、玫瑰、依蘭、茉莉、紫羅蘭同晚香玉組成,散發溫暖辛辣嘅花香。基調用橡苔、廣藿香、安息香、蘇合香、香根草、雲呢拿同麝香,營造泥土同苔蘚嘅厚重感。呢支香水適合鍾意復古、複雜香調嘅收藏家,尤其喺涼爽天氣或夜晚使用,展現成熟優雅嘅氣質。

Reference data

HouseChristian Dior
NameDioressence
Launched1969
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyAmber & Resinous
PerfumerMax Gavarry
Notes recorded16
Accords10
Also known as精华之韵, Dioressence

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