Dior Homme Intense 2011
“Dior Homme Intense 2011 by Dior is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men”
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A community favourite — a iris, woody composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Dior Homme Intense 2011, created by François Demachy in 2011, is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance that stands out for its bold use of iris. The composition opens with lavender before diving into the heart of iris and ambrette, which gives it an earthy, powdery warmth. This fragrance was launched at a time when fresh and aquatic styles dominated men's perfumery, but Dior Homme Intense 2011 broke away from that trend with its rich, woody base notes like Virginia cedar and vetiver.
Within the fragrance enthusiast community, this scent has attained cult status, particularly for its definitive 2011 formulation. It is widely regarded as a benchmark in iris-based masculine fragrances, offering a powerful contrast to the lighter styles of its time.
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to your pulse points and let it settle for about five minutes. The iris and ambrette heart take center stage after the initial lavender fades, making this fragrance more suited for cooler evenings or indoor 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 well-tailored suit in an understated office, where subtle notes hint at the wearer's refined taste.
Fig. 01 — Dior Homme Intense 2011, Dior
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