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Dior Homme Intense (EDP)

2011

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Versions Timeline

2011

Dior Homme Intense (Original Release)

Price Range
$85 – $165

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

François Demachy

"Dior Homme Intense is a men's eau de parfum released in 2011 and widely associated with perfumer François Demachy. It develops the Dior Homme iris signature into a denser, richer, more evening-oriented composition built around powdery floral softness, amber warmth, and dry woods. The fragrance is especially known for the contrast between lipstick-like iris, subtle fruity sweetness from pear, and a smooth woody-vanillic base. Community and retailer descriptions consistently portray it as refined, formal-leaning, and best suited to cooler weather. Over time it has become one of Dior’s most praised modern masculine releases, often cited as a benchmark for elegant iris-driven designer perfumery."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter
Spring

Ideal Weather

Cold
Mild
Dry
Cloudy

Moods

Elegant
Sophisticated
Sensual
Confident
Romantic
Warm

Occasions

Date
Dinner
Formal
Night Out
Work
Meeting
Wedding

Fun Facts

Dior Homme Intense is frequently cited by fragrance enthusiasts as one of the standout iris-focused designer fragrances for men.

Its bottle design follows the minimalist architectural style of the broader Dior Homme line, reinforcing the fragrance’s tailored, formal image.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/16h
Top Notes
1x
FloralFreshPowderyFruitySweetCreamyWoodyOriental

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–2h

lavender
Middle Notes

2h–7h 12m

iris
pear
ambrette
Base Notes

7h 12m–16h

Virginia cedar
vetiver
vanilla

Performance

Longevity
100%

Eternal (8h+)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“User and reviewer feedback consistently describes Dior Homme Intense as a refined, powdery iris fragrance with a warm woody-ambery base and a distinctly dressed-up character. It is widely praised for elegance, sensuality, and suitability for cooler weather, evenings, and formal settings. Reviews commonly report strong longevity, often around or beyond a full evening, while projection is more often described as moderate rather than loud. Some wearers adore its lipstick-like iris signature, while others find the powdery profile too cosmetic or mature-leaning. Overall, it is regarded as one of the most respected designer men’s fragrances in its style category.”

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