Dior 2011 EDP

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Homme Intense

by François Demachy

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Dior Homme Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by François Demachy. Homme Intense opens with Lavender, settles into a heart of Iris, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Vetiver. Dior's Homme Intense carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Still the reference iris for men, Dior Homme Intense is plush, elegant, and sensual. Its creamy iris and woody musks create a refined aura that is both comforting and strikingly modern.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Modern
  • Sensual
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Homme Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender100%
Heartas listed
Iris100%
Baseas listed
Cedar53%
Vetiver47%

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
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

The rich, powdery iris, musky ambrette, and dense woody base make this ideal for cool weather, especially fall and winter. Its creamy floral warmth works well in spring, but can become cloying in summer heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated, powdery-floral character with moderate projection excels for romantic dates and upscale formal events. The understated elegance fits office settings but is too plush for sporty situations.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Dior Homme Intense envelops the wearer in a cloud of plush iris and creamy ambrette, accented by smooth cedarwood and a subtle, juicy pear. The fragrance opens with a gentle touch of lavender, quickly settling into a dense, powdery floral heart that radiates confidence and sophistication. The base is both musky and woody, with vetiver and cedar lending gravitas, while the musky undertone and a hint of sweetness linger for hours. The overall effect is velvety, luxurious, and unmistakably elegant-an icon of modern masculine perfumery.

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