Miss Dior Originale
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Derby
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Which Should You Buy?
Miss Dior Originale is far from a crowd-pleaser, sparking strong opinions from classic perfume lovers to those who find it utterly dated. This is a scent that demands appreciation for its vintage green chypre character. Expect love-it-or-hate-it reactions from everyone around you.
Derby is a complex beast, with significant batch variations causing a love-it-or-hate-it divide among users. When it hits right, it's a unique, classy green dream. When it misses, it's a frustratingly faint echo of its potential. Try before you buy, if you can.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 5% |
| Floral | 28% | 28% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 31% | 24% |
| Sweet | 15% | 14% |
| Warm | 3% | 1% |
| Woody | 15% | 19% |
| Earthy | 33% | 20% |
| Animalic | 5% | 3% |
| Fresh | 8% | 12% |
Mood
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its vintage, bold chypre nature means it might be too strong for a casual office setting, although some find it elegantly wearable. It shines in formal settings where its sophisticated aura can be appreciated, and its unique character would make a statement on a date. It's definitely not a sport fragrance.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its generally subtle sillage, as noted by many, makes it ideal for office and formal wear where discretion is key. The green and woody accords lend themselves well to a composed, versatile elegance, though some find it too fleeting for special occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Woody, Earthy accords and Patchouli, Galbanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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