Dior 2019 EDP

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Holy Peony

by François Demachy

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Dior Holy Peony is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by François Demachy. Holy Peony opens with Red Fruits, settles into a heart of Green Notes, Rose, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, and Apricot. Dior's Holy Peony carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one is divisive among the Prive collection. It's a pretty, uncomplicated floral-fruity, but many find it too simple, too rosy for a "Holy Peony", and a touch overpriced for what you get. Others adore its delicate charm and surprising longevity.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Feminine
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Holy Peony Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Red Fruits100%
Heartas listed
Green Notes33%
Peony33%
Rose33%
Baseas listed
Apricot33%
Musk33%
Woody Notes33%

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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its soft, pleasant nature and moderate sillage make it versatile for most occasions, including office wear where it's unlikely to offend. The romantic florality suits dates and formal events well, while its fresh and clean aspects make it casually wearable. It's not suited for active sports due to its gentle, elegant profile.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Holy Peony unfurls a delicate bouquet led by a lush, slightly dewy rose, often overshadowing the promised peony. Juicy red fruits provide a sweet and airy counterpoint, hinting at apricot nectar. As it settles, a clean, gentle musk emerges, offering a soft landing to the bright floral heart, while a subtle woody-green undercurrent adds a touch of grounded sophistication.

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