Miss Dior Eau de Toilette Originale

Absolutely Outstanding! To me this is the Hermes Birkin of the perfume world. Classy, expensive smelling, classic, stands the test of time for good reason, grown up, uncomplicated and beautiful. Well done to Dior for this masterpeice, theres truly nothing like it. My mother always called this the "come to bed perfume". I had this 41 years ago when l was little, about 8yrs old. I know stupid right? My businessman father who travelled all over from country to country would come home from his trips abroad and bring me a bottle of Miss Dior Originale and my mum would get another expensive perfume usually Chanel no5 or no 19. He was one of those men that was so busy he didn't really have time to put any thought into what an appropriate present for an 8yr old girl would be and grabbed a prezzie from the duty free shop in the airport on route home for us, he probably saw Miss in the name and naturally thought oh it must be a perfume for a young girl. l remembered that gorgeous scent my whole life. It's imprinted on my nose forever. It was on my wishlist and l got my first bottle in my adult life today and wore it to work. The first bitter galbanum scent bothered me slightly l wasn't expecting it and its a little scratchy and harsh but it grows on you after wearing the scent a few times and you start to crave that bitter opening. But as soon as the liquid warms on your skin, that smooth, divine, creamy powdery yummyness kicks in and it's like sinking into a giant powdery marshmallow of soft but powerful heady scent. This is the smell l remember like a smooth iris bomb, but doesn't have iris in it strangely. It's truly seductive if your in to powdery scents, its so good. I've been trying to figure out what this smell is that's identical to something that I've used recently and l suddenly realised omg it's Fenjal bath oil, that's the same fragrance as this. Identical, that must be why l have always loved Fenjal oil so much because it's my Miss Dior scent. (Lightbulb moment)! I'm always going to wear this now. On this day l declareth that for richer or for poorer, that l shall never be without a bottle of this heavenly juice again! 9.5/10 and the only reason it doesn't get 10/10 is the bottle is ugly it deserves a stunning modern chic bottle that makes a statement on your perfume table, and the feel of it makes my teeth go funny. It's like the effect fingernails being dragged down a blackboard has on people, that type of eeeeek l feel tempted to wear a glove when handling the bottle!

I’m a guy and I wear Miss Dior Originale. Nowadays perfumes tend to be gender neutral, particularly the vintage ones. I have them all: Shalimar and Mitsouko, Y, Rive Gauche, Eau de Lancôme, Eau de Rochas, Chanel 5 and 19, Opium, Cabochard... All of them can be worn by guys. The only one that was missing to my collection was Miss Dior Originale. What can I say that hopefully has not been said yet?... First this is a “comfort” perfume: not aggressive not a powerhouse but smooth and gentle yet very present. On me it evolves first from a blast of white flowers (gardenia and Jasmine?), to a sweet powdery skin scent that lingers all day and gives you some surprising gentle reminders that it is still here when you almost forgot about it. At some point it reminds me of Chanel 5, Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L’eau and even Dior pour Homme (the Dior DNA I guess). I’m in love with this little gem which is more like one of my “weekend” perfumes when I want to wear something more intimate and smart casual, yet stylish. Again, compared to the synthetic scents of today, Miss Dior is a timeless testimony that vintage does not smell like “old lady’s perfume” (expression that I hate by the way, as one of my fondest memories is the one of my late grand-mother’s perfume), and that everything old is new again. Vintage perfumes deserve respect and to be discovered, even though some have been reformulated, but best reformulation than completely disappear...

Miss Dior Eau de Toilette Originale by Dior is a fragrance that I deeply love, not only because of its heritage but also for the way it gracefully balances elegance with freshness. This beautiful creation belongs to the family of green notes, which I truly adore, offering a refined herbal character that feels timeless and vibrant. From the very first spray, the green chypre accords open with a crisp, herbal brightness, intertwined with delicate florals that echo the soul of the legendary Miss Dior 1947 while not identical, it carries a clear resemblance to the original DNA, enough to stir nostalgia while still asserting its own identity. The fragrance unfolds with a lively, almost verdant freshness, soft yet invigorating, and its heart glows with a harmony that feels both classic and modern. While the sillage is moderate and the longevity also rests in the moderate range, these qualities only enhance its wearability, making it a fragrance of subtle sophistication rather than bold proclamation. In the end, Miss Dior Eau de Toilette Originale is a beautiful perfume, one that I cherish for its green, graceful soul and its ability to connect the present with Dior’s glorious past. Occasion: Formal, Relaxing Scent: 1.7/2 Longevity: 1.4/2 Sillage: 1/2 Packaging: 1.6/2 Price: 1.1/2 ——— I’d rate it 6.8 out of 10.

Omg this is such a gorgeous scent - so much better than the endless Poison, J'adore, Addict and Miss Dior flankers that the house of Dior has been churning out in recent years (not to mention the unfortunate JOY). Miss Dior EDT Originale proves that a fragrance formulated in 2011 can resemble its vintage predecessor, yet be modern, pleasant, wearable and absolutely enchanting. Sure, this perfume does not fit into the present day mainstream trends (gourmand, floral-fruity etc.); in order to appreciate this gem, one must love all those green olfactory symphonies from several decades ago, such as No 19, Chamade, Magie Noire and the likes. The main culprit is galbanum, a note so common in perfumes launched in the late 1960s-1970s, yet so rare nowadays (but it seems to be making a comeback in mainstream fragrances such as Gucci Bloom Aqua di Fiori). In Miss Dior the Original EDT, the opening is dominated by galbanum, which then merges with jasmine and very subtle patchouli, which adds sweetness but does not overwhelm. Some might be scared off by this fiercely bitter opening, but they should wait for no more than 20 minutes for this scent to fully transform into a stunning beauty. I will be investing in this version of Miss Dior as soon as I empty my bottles of Paloma Picasso EDP and Nasomatto Blamage.

Oh Miss Dior how I love thee. Vintage glamour in a bottle. You need to have a seasoned nose for this one. Only three notes listed, but the depths of this reaches for more, for more complexity. Soft and powdery, spicy with a hint of sweetness, floral but a little dirty (earthy) from the patchouli. I immediately get the blast of galbanum, but it’s met with this extremely woody essence (on my skin) that I can’t place. Again, it must be the earth from the patchouli? The spice is like a light dusting of cinnamon that’s been mixed with a dash of raw sugar (so not too sweet, like candy). The dry down is so soft and delicious. This lasts ALL day on me. It’s undoubtedly strong at first spritz, so I think this is a fragrance for someone that does not allow a fragrance to “wear her”... I’m not sure if anyone’s mentioned it or not, or if it’s been compared to It, but it reminds me of Shalimar Initial, just more soapy. How I feel when I’m wearing it... I see myself in the 1954 movie Sabrina. I’m in the parlor room of the Larabee Mansion, in a beautiful drop shoulder, silk lamé evening dress, with a matching scarf. I’m sipping champagne from a flute, making sure I don’t mess up my red lipstick...This fragrance is extremely romantic for me. I LOVE IT!