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| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Miss Dior Esprit de Parfum
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This traditional Arabic offering is a love-it-or-hate-it affair. For some, it's a 'screeching toilet cleaner'; for others, an opulent, exquisite juice. If you're after a bold, heavy green floral with an oud backbone, this might just be your cup of tea.
This isn't your sweet, demure Miss Dior. Esprit de Parfum is a vintage beast - a confident, green chypre that screams 'don't mess with me'. It's bold, unapologetic, and surprisingly versatile for a classic. Be warned, once you go vintage, there's no going back to the current versions.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 18% | 28% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 29% | 31% |
| Sweet | 10% | 15% |
| Warm | 2% | 3% |
| Woody | 22% | 15% |
| Earthy | 46% | 33% |
| Animalic | 0% | 5% |
| Fresh | 11% | 8% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it unsuitable for office wear, but perfect for evenings out or a special date. The bold, sophisticated character also lends itself well to formal occasions, balancing its heavier elements with a distinctive green freshness.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent and long-lasting nature makes it excellent for formal events and dates, where its elegant presence can truly shine. While it has a 'grown-up' feel, a careful application could work for casual settings, though its strength might be too much for office wear.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Patchouli, Balsamic accords and Patchouli, Galbanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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