Grand Bal (2018)
“Grand Bal (2018) by Dior is a Floral fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a white floral, yellow floral composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2018 by Dior and crafted by François Demachy, Grand Bal (2018) is a floral fragrance that embodies the elegance of an opulent ballroom. The composition opens with bright citrus notes from bergamot and orange blossom, providing a fresh yet sophisticated entrance. As it evolves, jasmine and ylang-ylang add layers of sweet floral richness, while peach introduces a subtle fruity contrast. Hedione adds a radiant floral brightness, complemented by the warm embrace of sandalwood and white musk in the base notes.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Top
Opening
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply two sprays to ensure that the initial citrus freshness balances well with the warm base notes. Given its moderate longevity, a light reapplication after a few hours can maintain its presence throughout the day.
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.
A quiet moment before the dance begins, where each note whispers a promise of elegance and refinement.
Fig. 01 — Grand Bal (2018), Dior
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