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The Real Thing

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Perfume Parlour The Real Thing is an Eau de Parfum. The Real Thing opens with Gardenia, Galbanum, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Orris, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Sandalwood, and Labdanum. Perfume Parlour's The Real Thing carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Miss Dior Originale (1947) - a floral fragrance led by Aldehydes, Gardenia, Galbanum, with powdery depth. Expect a softer, closer-to-skin take on the original - the signature intact, the projection gentler.
  • Romantic
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Graceful
  • Refined
The Real Thing Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its floral, powdery signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

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About

The Real Thing is Perfume Parlour's budget take on Miss Dior Originale (1947). It opens with Aldehydes, Gardenia, Galbanum, leads into a heart of Carnation, Iris, Orris, and dries down to Labdanum, Leather, Sandalwood. The overall character is floral with powdery and green facets. As a dupe it stays closer to the skin with softer projection and shorter wear than the original, but keeps the signature accord recognisable - an easy everyday way to enjoy the style.