Dahlia Noir
“Dahlia Noir by Givenchy is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women”
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Respected, if divisive — a powdery, woody composition with a iris undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2011 by Givenchy and crafted by François Demachy, Dahlia Noir is a sophisticated chypre floral that marries earthy depth with sweet florals. The composition begins with pink pepper and mimosa, introducing a subtle sparkle before iris and rose take center stage. These notes are anchored by rich tonka bean, sandalwood, and vanilla, creating a warm, enveloping base. This fragrance is neither overtly feminine nor masculine, embodying Givenchy's signature blend of French elegance and understated refinement.
Composition & Character
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Dahlia Noir blooms best when applied to pulse points. The pink pepper and mimosa opening notes are fleeting, so let them play out before the richer base notes reveal their depth. This fragrance reads better close to skin than from across a room, making it perfect for more subdued settings.
François Demachy
Founding perfumer · 238 fragrances · b. 1949 · French
“I grew up in Grasse. The raw materials of perfumery are my mother tongue.”
François Demachy is the in-house perfumer-creator at Christian Dior, a title that places him among the most influential noses in the world. Born in Cannes and raised in Grasse — the historic capital of perfumery — he carries the craft in his blood. Before joining Dior in 2006, he spent two decades at Chanel. At Dior, Demachy has reimagined the house's olfactory heritage while pushing it forward, creating Sauvage (now the world's best-selling men's fragrance), Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet, and the prestigious La Collection Privée series.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet confidence of a late afternoon in an intimate drawing room, where soft light filters through the windows and the air is filled with a blend of powdery woods and sweet florals.
Fig. 01 — Dahlia Noir, Givenchy
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