Tobacolor
“Tobacolor by Dior is a Oriental fragrance for women and men”
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Well loved by wearers — a sweet, tobacco composition with a honey undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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François Demachy crafted Tobacolor in 2021 for Dior, a brand known for its luxurious and elegant fragrances. The composition opens with the rich, warm notes of tobacco, which is then enveloped by sweet honey, fruity accords, and smoky undertones. This blend creates an unexpected yet captivating contrast between the traditional smokiness of tobacco and the joyful, vibrant colors of fresh fruits and honey. Tobacolor is a trailblazing fragrance that marries classic elements with modern vibrancy.
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Application Tips
Tobacolor's tobacco base takes about an hour to fully bloom, so apply it generously before heading out. The scent reads best close to skin rather than across a room, making it perfect for intimate settings or personal enjoyment.
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 warmth of a sunlit room where the rich aroma of tobacco mingles with the golden hues of honey and the vibrant shades of fresh fruits.
Fig. 01 — Tobacolor, Dior
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