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JOY by Dior Intense Eau de Parfum bottle JOY by Dior Intense EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
2019 Year 2014
££ Price Tier ££
L' Couture Eau de Toilette bottle L' Couture EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - JOY by Dior Intense EDP
A luminous floral-vanilla that manages to be both opulent and inviting. Joy by Dior Intense is a plush, creamy bouquet with a radiant sweetness, perfect for those seeking a modern yet timeless signature.
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Our Verdict - L' Couture EDT
A modern classic that’s gone too soon. L'Eau Couture is a masterclass in creamy orange blossom and green almond, a sophisticated crowd-pleaser that manages to be fresh yet comforting. A true shame it's discontinued.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
JOY by Dior Intense EDP
L' Couture EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 46% vs 49%
Only in JOY by Dior Intense
Neroli 53%
Only in L' Couture
Magnolia 50%
Only in JOY by Dior Intense
Rose 50% Jasmine 50%
Only in L' Couture
Orange Blossom 100%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 26% vs 44%
Only in L' Couture
Almond 55%

Accords

JOY by Dior Intense L' Couture
85%
White Floral
100%
Almond
100%
50%
Sweet
85%
80%
Powdery
Vanilla
75%
Nutty
72%
70%
Citrus
69%
Fruity
65%
60%
Musky
55%
Woody
Floral
48%
Soapy
47%
White Floral shared
85%
100%
100%
Sweet shared
50%
85%
80%
75%
72%
Citrus shared
70%
69%
65%
60%
55%
48%
47%

Performance

JOY by Dior Intense L' Couture
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

JOY by Dior Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Bright florals and citrus sparkle in spring, while the creamy vanilla and sandalwood base add warmth for fall and winter. Its sweetness and richness can be slightly heavy for very hot summer days, but still wearable in moderate heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

The radiant florals and inviting vanilla make this ideal for romantic dates and elegant events. Its moderate projection and powdery character allow for careful office wear, but the richness is less suited for sports or very casual settings.

L' Couture

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

With its elegant profile and surprising longevity, L'Eau Couture is versatile. It's sophisticated enough for a date night but equally at home for a casual brunch; however, its good projection makes it less ideal for a very conservative office setting.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, citrus, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

JOY by Dior Intense EDP
L' Couture EDT
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