Gardenia Petale
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Les Creations de Monsieur Dior Diorissimo
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A truly gorgeous creamy white floral that's a stunning, almost photorealistic gardenia, but it's divisive on longevity and projection. If you're after a loud scent, look elsewhere, but for a delicate, natural gardenia dream, this is it.
Diorissimo is a polarising floral, a green spring bomb for some, a funeral dirge for others. If you love a true lily of the valley, this is your jam; if you don't, it's a pass. Performance is debated, but don't expect miracles from an EDT.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 0% |
| Floral | 55% | 81% |
| Fruity | 5% | 5% |
| Green | 25% | 11% |
| Sweet | 19% | 26% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 1% | 0% |
| Animalic | 7% | 10% |
| Fresh | 20% | 16% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its delicate sillage and fresh, clean white floral character make it perfect for casual wear and the office, where it won't overpower. While lovely for a date, its intimate projection might not be ideal for a formal event.
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its fresh, green floral profile makes it suitable for casual wear and can be a pleasant, subtle addition to an office environment. However, the often-cited poor longevity and mixed sillage prevent it from being a strong contender for formal events or highly active sports.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Fresh, Green accords and Lily Of The Valley, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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