Dior 2004 EDC

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Cologne Blanche

by Francis Kurkdjian

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Dior Cologne Blanche is a Cologne launched in 2004, created by Francis Kurkdjian. Cologne Blanche opens with Bergamot, Orange, Almond, and Rosemary, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Vanilla and Tonka Bean. Dior's Cologne Blanche carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Dior Cologne Blanche is a divisive one. You'll either adore its unique powdery almond and citrus blend, finding it clean and comforting, or you'll be baffled, wondering if you've mistakenly sprayed baby wipes or hairspray. Not for everyone, then.
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  • Clean
  • Soft
  • Subtle
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
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Cologne Blanche Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its soft sillage and skin-scent nature make it ideal for office and casual wear, providing a clean presence without overpowering. While some find it too subtle for dates or formal events, its elegance can suit intimate occasions in warmer climates.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Cologne Blanche opens with a zesty burst of orange and bergamot, sharply cut by an aromatic rosemary, quickly softening into a creamy, almost milky almond. The heart introduces a delicate orange blossom, clean yet not saccharine. This transitions into a subtly sweet and powdery dry-down, where vanilla and tonka bean provide a comforting, skin-like warmth, maintaining a fresh albeit subtle finish that lingers elegantly.

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Where to buy

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