Midnight Poison Elixir
“Midnight Poison Elixir by Dior is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women”
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A community favourite — a patchouli, caramel composition with a rose undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2008, Midnight Poison Elixir by Dior is an Oriental Woody fragrance that reimagines the classic Poison series with new aromatic elements. Perfumer François Demachy introduces a rich blend of caramel and vanilla to the composition, complemented by patchouli, rose, amber, woody notes, and warm spices. This elixir captures the essence of Dior's sophisticated heritage while adding an indulgent sweetness that makes it feel both familiar and fresh.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Midnight Poison Elixir has a rich base that takes time to bloom. Apply it to pulse points for a warm embrace throughout the evening. The sweetness of caramel and vanilla will gradually merge with patchouli and woody notes, ensuring a lasting presence.
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 intimacy of a dimly lit room where the scent of caramel and vanilla fills the air, creating an atmosphere that is both comforting and alluring.
Fig. 01 — Midnight Poison Elixir, Dior
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