Gris Dior Eau de Parfum bottle Gris Dior
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2017 Year 2019
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Indian Sandalwood Eau de Parfum bottle Indian Sandalwood

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Gris Dior
This modern chypre is undeniably a masterpiece, blending classic elegance with contemporary wearability. While some find its performance fleeting, its captivating and sophisticated aura makes it a worthy signature scent for those seeking understated luxury.
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Our Verdict - Indian Sandalwood
Dunhill's Indian Sandalwood is a polarising affair. Some hail it as a creamy, authentic sandalwood dream, while others dismiss it as a disappointing, weak, and synthetic varnish. If you value a soft, close-wearing scent, it might just work.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 12%
Floral 18% 12%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 7% 15%
Sweet 14% 11%
Warm 5% 5%
Woody 31% 29%
Earthy 35% 35%
Animalic 3% 0%
Fresh 8% 6%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Gris Dior EdP
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Notes

Accords

Gris Dior Indian Sandalwood
100%
Woody
100%
47%
Powdery
78%
73%
Earthy
71%
72%
Mossy
71%
Rose
64%
Patchouli
51%
56%
Citrus
54%
Warm Spicy
55%
Iris
54%
47%
Amber
46%
Floral
Woody shared
100%
100%
Powdery shared
47%
78%
Earthy shared
73%
71%
72%
71%
Patchouli shared
64%
51%
56%
Warm Spicy shared
54%
55%
54%
47%
46%

Performance

Gris Dior Indian Sandalwood
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Gris Dior

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Gris Dior's elegant and inoffensive nature, along with its moderate projection, makes it perfect for the office and formal events. While it's occasionally worn casually, its sophisticated chypre structure often feels too 'dressed up' for sporty activities.

Indian Sandalwood

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its intimate sillage and frequently reported weak longevity make it ideal for close-quarters like the office or casual settings where a strong projection isn't needed. The sophisticated woody and powdery accords also lend themselves well to these environments, though its lack of power limits its formal appeal.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
84%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Powdery, Earthy accords and Sandalwood, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Gris Dior
Indian Sandalwood
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