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Passage No.8 Dior
The velvety texture of violet petals, set against the backdrop of an earthy leather sofa in a dimly lit room.
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Passage No.8 DiorPremium · $100–250
62%Similar accords, often for lessGourmand Leather 2019 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares iris and leather8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
In 2007, Dior celebrated both its 60th anniversary and the 10th year of its collaboration with John Galliano by launching three exclusive fragrances, each inspired by a renowned fashion icon. Passage No.8 is dedicated to Kate Moss, embodying her wild and sensual personality through a complex mix of iris, leather, and velvety violet. The composition opens with the delicate floral notes of violet, which then meld into an earthy and powdery heart, anchored by a woody base that hints at leather. This fragrance is François Demachy's ode to Kate Moss, capturing her essence in a bottle.
Passage No.8 develops best close to skin rather than projecting across a room, so apply directly onto pulse points for maximum impact. The fragrance takes about an hour to fully integrate into your personal scent profile, making it ideal for evening wear when you want to evoke a sense of mystery and charm.
Fig. 01 — Passage No.8 Dior, Dior
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François Demachy
Dior's guardian of dreamsFrançois 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.
“Early on, I memorised a whole host of notes without even realising it. I could recognise moss and flowers. My nose educated itself.”
François Demachy · GRAZIA, April 2020
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 58%, disliked or hated by 16%.