Homme Eau de Parfum bottle Homme
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2014 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Santal Royal Eau de Parfum bottle Santal Royal

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Homme
A dark, supremely refined statement of masculine elegance. Dior Homme Eau de Parfum is for those who appreciate iris at its most velvety and leather at its most supple. Not for the timid-this is signature-worthy, complex, and unforgettable.
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Our Verdict - Santal Royal
Santal Royal is a rich, complex scent that beautifully balances oud, rose, and sandalwood. It's a divisive one for some, with reformulations causing a stir, but many find it a sophisticated choice for cooler weather.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 1%
Floral 26% 30%
Fruity 2% 0%
Green 2% 2%
Sweet 15% 15%
Warm 6% 8%
Woody 23% 37%
Earthy 13% 10%
Animalic 24% 26%
Fresh 9% 3%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Homme EdP
Santal Royal EdP

Notes

Only in Homme
Iris 69% Orange 31%
Shared Notes
Leather 59% vs 16%
Rose 25% vs 23%

Accords

Homme Santal Royal
85%
Woody
100%
Rose
97%
95%
Powdery
65%
Oud
94%
88%
Leather
75%
62%
Floral
57%
44%
Animalic
54%
50%
Earthy
Woody shared
85%
100%
97%
Powdery shared
95%
65%
Oud
94%
Leather shared
88%
75%
Floral shared
62%
57%
Animalic shared
44%
54%
50%

Performance

Homme Santal Royal
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Its opulent, powdery iris, dense leather, and rich woody base make it ideal for cold and transitional seasons, where the warmth and depth bloom best. Too heavy for hot summer days, but perfect for fall and especially winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its bold, elegant presence and luxurious sillage make it outstanding for formal events and special evenings. It is less suited for office or daytime casual wear, and far too rich for sport or gym situations.

Santal Royal

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This heavy, long-lasting scent leans formal and is best suited for special events or date nights where you want to make an impression. Its intense woods, oud, and leather are too potent for everyday office wear or casual settings, especially given its strong sillage.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
87%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
87%
Accord
66%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Leather, Woody accords and Sandalwood, Oud notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Homme
Santal Royal
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