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La Collection Couturier Parfumeur Patchouli Imperial
The quiet power of a well-curated leather-bound library, where patchouli whispers through the pages and warm spices linger in the air.
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La Collection Couturier Parfumeur Patchouli ImperialPremium · $100–250
41%Similar accords, often for less6.0 Zara · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares sandalwood, coriander and cedar8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2011 by Dior and crafted by François Demachy, La Collection Couturier Parfumeur Patchouli Imperial is a potent celebration of patchouli. This Oriental Woody fragrance lifts the earthy core note with sophisticated accords like warm spices, balsamic richness, and subtle powdery undertones. The composition offers a refined reveal, balancing herbal notes with an unexpected animalistic effect, reflecting Dior's legacy since the New Look revolution in 1947.
Given its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, one or two sprays is sufficient. The fragrance projects confidently from the start but takes an hour to fully settle into the skin, making it ideal for evening wear or special occasions.
Fig. 01 — La Collection Couturier Parfumeur Patchouli Imperial, 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
Designer Dior
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