Women Across the Globe Say These 9 Dior Perfumes Are Worth Every Dollar

You've finally arrived! It's not surprising that Dior's most iconic scent ever (it's been around since 1999) is also the brand's best-selling perfume to date. Supremely floral, J'Adore is a winding blend of rose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang perfectly fit for anyone who loves a classic yet slightly mysterious take on a floral signature.

Pros: Not too strong, long-lasting

Cons: May be too floral for some

Key olfactory notes: Ylang-ylang, damascena rose, jasmine sambac, Grasse jasmine

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "This was my very first J'Adore Parfume purchase and it is now 'my scent' that I wear every single day. The scent is gorgeous, feminine, light and just makes me feel beautiful. I highly recommend this one."

Blooming with bright floral notes, this springy nod to Christian Dior's legendary passion for flowers deservedly earns its runner-up status as a forever fan favorite within the Dior perfume set. Shimmering rose and peony make it undoubtedly floral, but a pop of bergamot and a rich base of gentle white musks keep it grounded.

Pros: Can be worn year-round, long-lasting

Cons: May be too rose-heavy for some

Key olfactory notes: Bergamot, damascus rose, peony, white musks

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "Such a beautiful and unique perfume. They scent lasts forever on me and I'm always getting compliments. This works for all seasons and I like that choice. The bottle is stunning."

Fun fact: Miss Dior was Dior's first-ever perfume, with the original version making its debut back in 1947, far before other heavy hitters like J'Adore. A little more than 70 years later, it still has legs right at the top of Dior's best-seller list. In fact, it's probably one of the most instantly recognizable scents in the world—I blame it on the intoxicating combination of Calabrian bergamot, Grasse rose, and rosewood.

Pros: Subtle, long-lasting

Cons: May be too sweet for some

Key olfactory notes: Bergamot, Grasse rose, rosewood, damascus rose, pink pepper

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "This scent was so beautiful and soft, it lasted me hours and constantly got compliments about how good I smelled, I would 100% recommend this to anyone who loves soft but lasting scents."

I'm biased, but if I could only wear one Dior perfume for the rest of my life, it would be Miss Dior Rose N'Roses. (I've been unhealthily obsessed since its launch last spring.) Think of it this way: If you love rose, you'll love this scent, and even if you think you don't love rose, you'll still love this scent. Grasse rose is, obviously, the star here, but this top seller is also anchored by geranium, bergamot, and white musks to keep it lively and fresh. In other words, this isn't your grandma's powdery rose perfume.

Pros: Not powdery, long-lasting, sweet but light

Cons: May be too mature for some

Key olfactory notes: Grasse rose absolue, Italian mandarin, white musk accord, geranium, bergamot

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "I absolutely love the Dior Miss Dior Rose N'Roses perfume! Oh my gosh, it is so feminine and beautiful. I feel so pretty when I wear it. It's just strong enough to leave an impression but not overpowering. And it does smell like sweet roses. I just love this gorgeous scent!"

Considering this take on the classic J'Adore is brand-new and is already the fifth best-selling Dior perfume, it's bound to be a timeless hit. Called Infinissime for its "infinite trail," the strategic mix of centifolia rose, jasmine sambac, ylang-ylang, Grasse tuberose, and sandalwood lingers and lingers and smells increasingly delicious the longer it dances with your skin chemistry.

Pros: Unique blend, smell evolves with time

Cons: Not as long-lasting as others

Key olfactory notes: Bergamot, blood orange, jasmine sambac, sandalwood

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "I'm so happy with this fragrance. I love J'adore so much. Every time I wear it I get so many complements. One of my favorite fragrances in my collection."

If you want to make a statement with your scent (and welcome questions and compliments), you'll definitely fall for Oud Ispahan. Sharp, woody notes of saffron and cedar are mellowed with creamy additions of patchouli and sandalwood. The unique plot twist is the extra hit of delicate rose!

Pros: Subtle and woody, long-lasting

Cons: May be too mature for some

Key olfactory notes: Labdanum, rose, patchouli, saffron, oud, sandalwood, cedar

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "I'm not a fan of oud/woody scents but this is an exception. It's softer than other oud [fragrances] and it smells pretty. It also lasts long on me/my skin. Definitely worth getting."

This best seller from Dior might have a short and sweet composition compared to its sisters, but that doesn't mean it lacks complexity. In fact, according to Dior's website, this perfume is all about the dance between two extremes: "the fragrant embodiment of Beauty and the Beast." A potent dose of amber feels deep and animalistic, while a complementary balance of Turkish rose keeps it light and velvety. 

Pros: Modern, smooth, dark

Cons: Pricey

Key olfactory notes: Amber, Turkish rose

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "An alluring fragrance in the oriental-spicy-woody genre, which are too few and far between. A subtle soupçon of floral keeps the effect smooth while imparting a mosaic of sophisticated, modern scents."

According to Dior perfumer François Demachy, this earthy, subtly floral scent is representative of what Dior gray would be as a fragrance: "This emphatic gray is not merely a mix of black and white but is the result of a chromatic blend. This profusion of colors inspired a composition that blends jasmine and bergamot with humid notes of undergrowth." 

Pros: Elegant, earthy

Cons: May be too unisex-leaning for some

Key olfactory notes: Oakmoss, rose, patchouli, bergamot, amber, cedar, sandalwood

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "A unique, and subtle one of a kind scent. Truly elegant and just what a signature scent should be. It's worth the effort going to the source to get this gem."

In the number nine slot of our best-selling list, we have Bois d'Argent, a unisex "olfactory translation of Dior allure." Not for the faint of heart, this perfume is powerful and brilliantly spiked with enchanting and whimsical traces of smoke, iris, and incense for a truly unforgettable scent. 

Pros: Long-lasting, smoky

Cons: Pricey

Key olfactory notes: Iris, cypress, juniper berries, myrrh, patchouli, honey, vanilla, amber, musk, leather

Size: 3.4 oz

Customer review: "I purchased this fragrance twice and I fell in love more the second times around. It's amazing, not too strong—just perfect!"