Gris Dior

Gris Dior, previously known as Gris Montaigne, opens with a moderate projection of sweet, roses, mossy, powdery, and green notes. The opening is fresh, elegant, calm, mild, floral, and very pleasant. The moss, roses, and patchouli are the featured notes, they create a unique blend that comes across as very refined, projecting, high-quality, and luxurious. The roses are noticeable but evocative of white roses as opposed to red roses, it is a calmed rose accord, floral, aromatic without being harsh or too intense; the oakmoss adds a forest, woody accord, very refined; and the patchouli adds a very fresh green note, elegant, modern, and pleasant. It takes a brief moment but the amber will soon join the fragrance with a sweet resinous and powdery touch improving the projection of the fragrance. The cedar and sandalwood are support notes, a woody and sweet light creamy touch in the background. The fragrance has a subtle but noticeable opening to dry down transition, during the opening the notes are very crisp; as time passes, the amber soothes the notes with its powdery projection-boosting, and sweet accord, the projection remains the same. Once Gris Dior has reached its full dry down, it can be summarized as a moderate projection, mildly sweet, rose, patchouli, mossy, and resinous powdery fragrance with woody accords. The fragrance feels casual, clean, comforting, cozy, delicate, diurnal, dry, earthy, elegant, exotic, expensive, exquisite, more feminine than masculine, fine, floral formal, fragrant, fresh, gentle, green, high-quality, intimate, inviting, mature, modern, mossy, powdery, resinous, rare, refined, refreshing, rich, romantic, seductive, special, sweet, unique, woody, and very pleasant. BATCH REVIEWED: 2020. WOW RATING: 10/10. Common notes but of exceptional quality, resulting in a very impressive scent. DISLIKE RATING: 1/10. Floral, but this note is smooth and calm. UNIQUENESS: 10/10. The fragrance is unique. MASS APPEAL: 9/10. This is a fragrance that most people will enjoy. PROJECTION: 4/10. Moderate, about 4 feet around the wearer. SILLAGE: 6/10. Very good, about 6 feet behind the wearer. APPLICATION: 4 atomizations. LONGEVITY: 6/10. Very good, about 6 hours, it projects well for over 4 hours. SEASONS: Winter, spring, summer, fall, colder days, daytime, nighttime, and climate-controlled environments. OCCASIONS: Formal events, outdoor gatherings, gym, office, business, casual, holidays, vacations, romantic, dating, clubbing. This is an office-friendly fragrance. VERSATILITY: 10/10. The fragrance is very refreshing and therefore suited for the warmer months, it is also strong enough to be worn in colder weather. GENDER: Slightly more feminine than masculine. The roses, oakmoss, and patchouli, blended by a powdery amber, are the featured notes. The 3 first notes are neutral. The roses in this fragrance is a calmed floral accord, but it creates a small tilt to the feminine side. The fragrance can be worn as unisex. AGES: 25 and above. RECOMMENDATION: Gris Dior 4.2oz can be purchased retail for $220, its quality, uniqueness, and versatility are outstanding. This is a great buy. BLIND-BUY: No, sample it first. SIMILAR: These are examples of fragrances in the same genre. Creed Jardin D’Amalfi EDP is a fantastic, mildly sweet, citrusy bergamot, mandarin, green petitgrain, vetiver, and fruity apple fragrance; Mancera Aoud Orchid is a great, mild, very sweet, coconut, peach, and orchid fragrance; Mancera Jardin Exclusif is a great, fruity, powdery, sweet, and musky fragrance; Mancera Sicily is a great, intense, citrus, fruity, and floral fragrance; Mancera Wild Cherry is a great, mild, fruity, cherry, floral, vanilla, and sweet fragrance; Montale Chypre Fruite is good, mild, fresh, powdery, fruity, citrus, and white floral fragrance; Montale Intense Tiare is a great, intense, sweet vanilla, white floral-fruity Tiare flower, coconut, and ylang-ylang fragrance; Nishane Hundred Silent Ways is a very good, mild, white floral, vanilla, and peach fragrance; Gris Dior is a great, mildly sweet, rose, patchouli, mossy, and resinous powdery fragrance with woody accords. SUMMARY: A moderate projection, mildly sweet, rose, patchouli, mossy, and resinous powdery fragrance with woody accords. The fragrance feels casual, clean, comforting, cozy, delicate, diurnal, dry, earthy, elegant, exotic, expensive, exquisite, more feminine than masculine, fine, floral formal, fragrant, fresh, gentle, green, high-quality, intimate, inviting, mature, modern, mossy, powdery, resinous, rare, refined, refreshing, rich, romantic, seductive, special, sweet, unique, woody, and very pleasant.

You know, only 20 years ago, before Fragrantica, before the global network we were never even thought which ingredients the perfume is consisted of ... 🙂 It was just “wow”, “nice”, “meh” .. Today it’s a big fun to read sometimes : “best oakmoss-patchouli fragrance”, “best earthy rose” etc. C’mon guys, some of us have never even seen neither oakmoss nor patchouli 😃 Before it was like : “this woman smells heavenly” or “this is a perfume of my dreams”, “the most sensual fragrance ever”....it was all about emotions and feelings we had, sniffing the magic potion 🧪 What I want to say is - I don’t want to describe the notes here 😌 This is a PERFECT PERFUME for me 🙏🏻 It is feminine, soft, gentle, powdery, slightly sweet and very sensual ... very very sensual ❤️ Please don’t get me wrong, thanks God we have our Fragrantica, which I personally love 💕 But really, we lost that feeling of which EMOTIONS, which pictures we drow in our minds while describing the fragrance.... we stuck in notes , ingredients, formulas... It is like when we see Chanel or Dior dress 👗 and, instead of admiring the color, the design and the mood it gives us, we are telling our friends the details about the fabric, way it has been sued, seams, buttons, lining, mold... Is that all? No emotions? No fantasy? What do you feel wearing this dress? Whom do you see in the mirror? Princess? Lady boss? Mistress? I guess, every perfume Master would be happy to hear the answers on the questions like : Do you feel melancholic or exited? Happy or sad? Is it warm or cold? Fizzy or fluffy? Gentle or overwhelming? Sweet or sour? Fresh? Breezy? Introvert or extrovert? Intriguing? Unique? Elegant or naughty? Calm or active? Attractive? Sophisticated? Perfumes are existing for something more than just to know what they are made of. I’m sure all of us are choosing the fragrance not because of ambroxan or musk, but because we love that soft and spicy feeling 😎 It is a memory, history, life, love. Let’s talk about it? Gris Dior is just a beautiful creation for me. Something very pleasant I want to wear and smell like always 💗 Good luck and be inspired 💋

Gris Dior is a stunning study in restraint and refinement—an elegant whisper that feels modern and timeless at once. This is not a fragrance that shouts; it thinks, gazes, and draws you in with thoughtful subtleties. First Impression: On first spritz, Gris Dior presents a clean, softly sparkling opening that balances fresh citrus brightness with a whisper of soft woods. Think cool stones warmed gently by morning light—clear, understated, and immensely chic. There’s no overt sweetness, no flamboyant florals, just a poised beginning that feels polished rather than perfumed. The Heart: As the scent evolves, a delicate floral nuance emerges—rose in the background, refined and modern, paired with a hint of shiso leaf that lends an almost herbal freshness without tipping into green sharpness. It’s a sophisticated interplay: floral yet minimalist, warm yet crisp. The jasmine lives here, but only as a suggestion—quiet, elegant, and luminous. Dry Down: What sets Gris Dior apart is its base. A refined blend of soft woods and delicate ambrette musk unfolds, creating a skin-like warmth that feels intimate and effortlessly elegant. The musk isn’t heavy; it’s more of a soft embrace that lingers around you like a memory rather than a trail. Longevity & Projection: This fragrance leans toward moderate longevity and a gentle sillage—perfect for intimate settings, workdays, or moments when you want to be noticed only by those closest to you. It’s less about announcing your presence and more about creating an understated aura. Overall Vibe: Gris Dior is architectural fragrance—clean lines, subtle complexity, and a sense of quiet confidence. It’s the olfactory equivalent of a perfectly tailored gray suit: elegant, adaptable, and effortlessly chic. Best For: - Minimalists who adore refined, unobtrusive scents - Fans of modern woody-musks with a quiet floral heart - Those seeking a sophisticated “everyday luxury” fragrance Mood: composed, elegant, contemporary Verdict: Gris Dior is a graceful, confident whisper of a perfume—modern elegance in accessible luxury form.

Gris Dior is a classic in every sense. I think that it's a sign of excellent perfumery when relatively common notes are blended and transformed into a completely novel and unique smell, which I get from this fragrance. This doesn't smell like one particular thing in real life, but to me, it evokes the image of a rainy autumn afternoon. This is the fragrance for a thoughtful, slightly introverted, but elegant individual, someone confident enough in their own image that they don't feel the need to force an impression on others. Notes of oakmoss and patchouli are not typically something I enjoy - in other perfumes they come across as muddy and stale, a bit like forgotten wet laundry. However, Gris Dior enhances these notes with an amazing soapy water accord which gives it a dull kind of cleanliness, rather than the more familiar bright cleanliness of musks and citruses. The rose note rests on the surface of the scent to provide the appeal factor, but the vast majority of the depth of this fragrance is found in its chypre base, which is so very well-crafted. Although this is a work of art in my eyes, I think Gris Dior may not suitable for everyone, as its uncanny ability to create that slightly dreary and 'grey' atmosphere requires a certain mood or personality to enjoy. Performance is more than acceptable, this won't be filling any rooms, but you will certainly have a noticeable, pleasant scent trail that won't upset anyone. Price-wise it's difficult to justify buying any fragrance from private lines, but for those who can imagine Gris Dior becoming their signature scent, then I think this could be worth reaching into the pockets for. Smell: 9/10 Performance: 7/10 Presentation: 8/10 Value: 6.5/10 Overall: 8.5/10

This is one of my absolute favourite modern Dior fragrances. I tried it years ago, as Gris Montaigne, but it didn't take. Then, in early 2023, I tried it on a particularly humid day and went outdoors. It began to rain. Suddenly this fragrance, which I initially thought was a bit weak, began to radiate from my arms to my nose with surprising strength. I posted on Instagram about discovering my love for it and my friend gave me a miniature of it the next time we met up. I've been nursing it for the past two years. First off, you really do not need to apply much because a little goes a long way. Second, you might want to wear it in muggy weather, or warmer weather. It could go well in all conditions, but I think it does especially well when the air is damp and the temperature is on the warm side. Third, this is definitely similar to Bottega Veneta and Bottega Veneta Eau Legere. The pros and cons says this isn't sweet, but I disagree. It's not exactly sweet in a candy/sugary way, but instead a floral one. Roses can smell quite sweet under the sun, and this captures that perfectly. Some roses can smell like those pink musks you can buy, and this smells somewhat similar to that. Seriously, though, as I said above, a little goes a long way. Those who know how tiny the miniature's applicators are will know what I mean. I dab a little on my finger tip and then dab that on my wrist and that will last the whole day. The smallest amount. I've only used about 0.25mL in the past two years. There's a chance it'll outlive me!

What truly sets Gris Dior apart is its base. The blend of smoky vetiver and warm sandalwood creates a grounding, earthy finish that adds depth and complexity. There’s also a subtle hint of amber that lends a sense of warmth and richness, enhancing the overall longevity of the fragrance. Gris Dior is versatile, making it suitable for any occasion—from a formal evening event to a casual day out. It’s a fragrance that exudes understated luxury, allowing the wearer to make a sophisticated statement without being overly conspicuous. The presentation of Gris Dior is as exquisite as the scent itself. The minimalist, elegant bottle reflects the understated glamour of the fragrance, while the quality of the juice inside is a testament to Dior's commitment to excellence in perfumery. Overall, Gris Dior is a masterful creation that combines classic elegance with a modern sensibility. It’s a scent that evolves beautifully over time and remains memorable without being overpowering. For anyone who appreciates refined and timeless fragrances, Gris Dior is a must-try.

Gris Dior is nothing short of mesmerizing. I spritzed it weeks ago on a sweater, and til today it still lingers like a soft, fragrant memory, as captivating as the first time. It features this elegant, almost chocolatey warmth, the whisper of a gourmand presumably stemming from its sandalwood note. This cacao pod is wrapped in the delicate embrace of a majestic rose, creating a rich yet nuanced sweetness both comforting and alluring. The subtle mossy base too is deep and addictive, grounding the fragrance with an almost unreal earthiness that lingers on the skin beautifully. While faint, the patchouli is indeed there, allowing the chypre heart of the fragrance to shine through without overwhelming the senses. It’s melancholic in the most hauntingly enthralling way, a fragrance that evokes longing without being overly overt. A perfect balance of sophisticated profundity and elegant simplicity—drop-dead gorgeous, with a depth that draws you back again and again. A fragrance that I can’t help but adore more each time I rediscover it.

(cross posted from parfumo) Joseph Quinn is one of the new faces of Gris Dior and he was quoted saying "I've never smelled anything quite like it before." To me that's just marketing speak, he can't say he hates it, but he probably doesn't know the right terms to describe the fragrance properly. As a fan of his I was curious to try the scent myself. I found a 2ml sample on eBay for a few £ and I bought it. I went in with low expectations. After wearing the scent for an afternoon I've found I agree with Joseph; I've never smelled any fragrance that does what Gris does before. Opening with a citrus top that's light and airy and fresh, like a spring sky, the fragrance dries down into an earthy moss - the patchouli and oakmoss. Just when you think it couldn't possibly develop any further it blooms into a gorgeous sparkling rose. Gris really is an olfactory journey, taking the wearer through the growth cycle of the rose from the crisp air to the rain damp earth to the fragrant bloom. It's something entirely magical.

The first time I smelt it, I went ‘wow’. I immediately knew I had to have this. It smells very unisex, perhaps a tad bit feminine, but it doesn’t matter. Gris Dior is an incredibly well blended perfume and none of the notes particularly stand out in this fragrance. The scent quality is top shelf, and very abstract. The two words I can describe it are ‘soft’ and ‘fluffy’. It can be fantastic signature scent and can be pulled off in any occasion. Makes one think of a bunch of roses wrapped in a cashmere scarf. For some reason, I find that the scent smells very nostalgic. My experience is with a bottle with the batch number 7Z01, and the performance is fantastic, and lasts all day, with a moderate scent bubble, which is perfect for a scent like this. Equipped with the fantastic Dior atomizer, one can manage the sprays one applies. This is in my top 10 fragrances of all time, and I would always like to have a bottle.

I’ve heard so much about this. Honestly, I didn’t read the notes, and I was thinking it would be something beast mode or with loud projection. I was so taken aback to discover how airy and clean it smelled. The oakmoss, bergamot and rose are the most salient for me, but they’re so beautifully blended with the rest of the notes. It’s not overly feminine-leaning, and it’s not distinctively masculine. It just smells like a freshly showered individual in a forest. It also has a little petrichor or rainy day vibe, but it’s an all-season wear. I imagine this having peak performance in the spring and winter. Ugh. I love this one and want a bottle right away. I’d say it’s coworker-friendly, and has a nice sillage that’s not obnoxious or offensive. I feel SO comfortable and confident and want to be wearing this every day. I only have a sample, so far, but that will need to change asap.

This is one of those fragrances that, due to its complex structure and the many, multifaceted evocations it evokes, is very difficult to explain in words. It's a cypre; what emerges is a woody rose on an amber background refreshed by a touch of bergamot. But to say this is an understatement, because what my nose detects is something very particular, certainly not comparable to what you usually find in perfumeries. It's an elegant, refined fragrance, at times shadowy but at the same time luminous and enveloping, extremely sensual. Extremely high performance, excellent projection without being invasive, and one of the best longevity of any perfume I own. The price is high, but the sizes are very large. If you're interested in purchasing a smaller size (40ml), you can do so on the Dior website, so you can get it without breaking the bank.

Gris Dior is a masterpiece I simply can't live without. I constantly find myself opening my wardrobe just to smell the cap. It’s a complete obsession. From the very first spray, its clarity is stunning. But what truly fascinates me is how it breathes on the skin. It quietly fades into a whisper just to make room for the next note, handing over the stage with incredible grace and tenderness. Then, once the new phase settles, it surges back with immense power, as vivid as if you’ve just applied it. It feels alive, constantly drawing your nose back to your wrist. A true compliment magnet that pulls people in effortlessly. With its effortless 12-hour longevity and magnetic trail, this is quiet luxury at its absolute peak: captivating, refined, and completely irresistible.

I remember smelling this over the summer at my local perfume store and being very shocked at how good it smelled. I remember smelling the perfume strip all the way home and it leaving a beautiful aroma in my bedroom. It’s been a while since smelling it but I remember it smelling cold, but in a very good way. It smelt floral and sweet, but not candy/gourmand sweet, a sweetness you get from floral perfumes. It was also my first time smelling something so mossy, it blended very well with the heaviness of the rose. In my opinion, I genuinely cannot imagine smelling this on a man, this smells incredibly feminine to my nose, heck, this smells like something my mom and aunt would wear. I absolutely love this, I plan on buying it sooner or later ! Final Rating 8.5/10

Gris Dior has instantly somersaulted into my top 5. As a female who loves unisex woody citrus with some depth, this couldn’t be more perfect! It smells a modern wearable twist playing on classic vintage perfumery. This gives me the same relaxing vibes as Gris Charnel - they’re not the same aromatically but the personalities are similar. It’s more like the shower freshness of Orpheon sprinkled on top of the amber and depth of Hermes Eau des Merveilles. The earthy characters also hint at leather and give a beautiful mysterious quality. I adore the balance and interplay of styles here. Don’t be afraid if you’re not into rose or patchouli, they’re both blended at levels where they add to but don’t dominate the composition!

A very nice fragrance. I smelled this fragrance once in Korea, and bought it straight away. If I had to explain what this smells like, it reminds me of cosmetic store. Obviously, there's more to that in this fragrance. At the start, I smell strong oak moss and rose with woody background. I smell absolutely no bergamot. As it dries down, it's mossy, woody, and powdery. It's a very classy, unisex, elegant, and light fragrance. So versatile, can be used daily, date night, and special occasions. This reminds me of a man with white shirt who is very sensitive and cozy. Or a man with a grey trench coat on a rainy day. Not the safest blind buy, but definitely worth the space in the collection. 8/10

I don’t know about you but I love this. It’s Noir De Noir for the Day when said day is overcast, nippy, or when you’re planning to spend it in doors in the COLD. it’s waxy and brighter than NDN but the moss-patchouli-rose is analogous to the TF’s truffle-rose-patchouli. Again, I can’t get over the waxy aspect to it, it’s such a balmy sort of dryness that’s different from other attempts to provide a drying impact with most woody fragrances. It’s a grey but pastel grey. I don’t find it depressing unless you’re only ever used to neon, punchy sweet fragrances. This isn’t a Lucky or a Rouge Trafalgar, it’s not for everyone but for those that this is meant for, my gosh, it’s delightful!

Stunning perfume. I rarely get this feeling towards a scent. It happens once every 5 years or so. The last time I felt the way was 2020 when I tried BR540 by Francis kurdkdjan for the first time. Before it was 2011, Narciso Rodriguez for him the grey bottle, also formulated by Francis again. And here we're now. I'm in love with this scent. It's a little bit tilted towards feminine side but men can pull it as well. But.. Boy..ohhh Boy .. Does it smell great. It's class, beauty, grace and luxury all in one. I have a tester and already have complements. You can't deny it's an expensive and good quality perfume even if some how you don't like it. It's nice. Well done! Mr Demachy!!

I love many perfumes — some because they feel the most “me,” others because they’re the most unique, playful, pure, or mysterious... In that lineup, Gris Dior is the one that is simply Perfect. Perfectly balanced: unisex. It feels clean and, in the best sense of the word, simple — yet it's still complex. It’s not overpowering, yet it’s one of the longest-lasting scents I’ve ever worn. I’m sure I’ve never smelled it on anyone else, yet it feels familiar and comforting. It works just as well for special occasions as it does for a regular day at the office. I love wearing it most on gloomy autumn days, paired with deep, earthy tones.

Dior Gris is the epitome of class. This is a dry scent. No sweetness at all. It smells expensive, and it's so original. I haven't really smelled anything similar to this. I think this is perfectly unisex but leans a bit more feminine. Agree with the reviewer that said this smells like expensive soap. (However, this is not soapy!) When I smell this all I can picture is a cozy, lazy rainy day and you're cuddled in soft fluffy sheets with a cup of coffee. Yet, at the same time, I can totally see myself wearing this to an interview, or for when I want to feel like I have my shit together and I'm a boss woman. It evokes that in me.

Some fragrances have the power to put you into a waking dreamstate. Gris is such a fragrance. I first experienced Gris at a Dior boutique in the Middle East and had to go home to fall into a beautiful sleep. I’m surprised that others have described the rose note as slight, as to my nose the rose/violets note is front and centre. It is grey. The most elegant, aloof grey. A monochrome dream scene. It’s an urban, daytime, spring fragrance and will last on your skin all day. It’s not versatile and requires a certain lifestyle, otherwise it won’t make sense. It is also overpriced - I bought my bottle on emotional response alone.