Dior 2001 EDT

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Higher

by Olivier Gillotin , Olivier Pescheux

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Dior Higher is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2001, created by Olivier Gillotin and Olivier Pescheux. Higher opens with Lemon, Pear, Peach, and Basil, settles into a heart of Cypress, Pepper, Cardamom, and Rosemary, and dries down to a base of Musk and Cedar. Dior's Higher carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A crisp, juicy take on the woody aromatic genre, Higher is a breezy, citrusy-fresh outlier in the Dior men's line. Effortlessly modern and bright, it's perfect for the office or warm days but may lack punch for colder nights.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Subtle
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Higher Eau de Toilette 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
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

The bright citrus, green, and fruity notes make Higher ideal for spring and summer, offering a crisp, invigorating freshness that's less suited for cold weather. Its airy, aromatic profile fades in winter but can transition into early fall.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Subtle projection and a light, clean scent make this office and casual-friendly. Its fresh, modern vibe feels welcoming on dates and sporty occasions, but it lacks the depth and richness for most formal events.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

Other declarable allergens

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Higher Eau de Toilette by Dior opens with a vibrant rush of pear, lemon, and basil, giving way to a lively heart of pepper, cypress, rosemary, and cardamom. Subtle green and fruity facets float above a clean, soft woody base of cedar, vetiver, and musk. The overall impression is airy, juicy, and uplifting, with a modern urban feel. Fresh but never sharp, its low-key projection and subtle warmth make it an unobtrusive yet confident signature for those who want to feel invigorated and contemporary without shouting.

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