Dune by Dior is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women. Dune was launched in 1991. Dune was created by Jean-Louis Sieuzac, Nejla Barbir and Dominique Ropion. Top notes are Brazilian Rosewood, Aldehydes, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot and Peony; middle notes are Lily, Ylang-Ylang, Wallflower, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Amber, Sandalwood, Benzoin, Oakmoss, Vanilla, Patchouli and Musk. Dune symbolizes escape into the world of dreams where only peace resides; it’s a place where sun kisses the sea, rays of light gently caresses the skin and twinkle in the warm sand while the tinkling ocean breeze brings flowery wafts peony and lily. Dune was launched in 1991. This perfume is created by Nejla Barbir and its top note includes bergamot, mandarin, palisander, aldehyde, peony and broom followed by heart note composed of jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang, lily, wallflower, lichen. Base notes are vanilla, patchouli, benzoin, sandalwood, amber, oakmoss, and musk. Its innovative bottle with rounded edges is designed by Veronique Monod. Dune also won a 1993 Fifi award. Bottle is available as 30, 50 and 100 ml Eau de Toilette together with Bath & Body line.
Performance
How it actually wears
Community-sourced scores on a 0-10 scale, plus the character spectrum.
8.1
Longevity
~8 hrs
3.3
Compliment factor
Polarizing
6.4
Sillage
CharacterLeans feminine
FeminineUnisexMasculine
When to wear it
Seasons & occasions
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Best seasons
AutumnBest match
SummerAlso great
WinterWorks well
SpringLight option
Best occasions
EveningBest match
WeddingAlso great
Time of day
Day & night
Leans evening
Community verdict
What the community says
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What people love
Collector's item
Quiet dignified and elegant character
Great for cooler weather
Balanced complexity without singular overpowering notes
Unisex scent
Seamless notes
Worth knowing
Lacks the sugary sweetness of modern gourmands
Arid and atmospheric rather than tropical beachy
Current formulations lack original vintage depth
Opening can feel sharp bitter or medicinal
4.0
/ 5
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