Dior 1956 EDT

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issimo

by Edmond Roudnitska

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Dior issimo is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1956, created by Edmond Roudnitska. issimo opens with Green Notes and Bergamot, settles into a heart of White Amaryllis, Boronia, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Civet. Dior's issimo carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This perfume is a divisive one; some find it a timeless masterpiece embodying spring, while others find it dated, overly potent, or even bordering on nauseating. It is undeniably a classic, but be warned, it might not be for everyone.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
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issimo 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
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 Formal

While some find it strong, many describe it as light and fresh, making it suitable for casual wear and the office. Its elegant floral character also lends itself to dates, though its classic feel might be too 'mature' for some. It's too refined for sport, and not quite grand enough for very formal events despite its sophistication.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Opening with a crisp burst of green leaves and bright bergamot, issimo quickly blossoms into a lush white floral heart. Lily of the Valley dominates, supported by jasmine, lilac, ylang-ylang, and a hint of lily. The dry down is a soft, clean blend with a subtle, animalic warmth from civet and grounding sandalwood, offering a green, dewy, and almost soapy cleanliness.

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