Dia Man
woody up front, then amber, settling into floral.
About
Dia Man by Amouage is a Woody Floral Musk fragrance for men. Dia Man was launched in 2002. The nose behind this fragrance is Bertrand Duchaufour. Top notes are Incense, Cardamom, Labdanum and Bitter Orange; middle notes are Peony, Plum, Orris Root and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Vetiver, Brazilian Rosewood,…
Nose: Bertrand Duchaufour
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Dia Man smell like?
woody up front, then amber, settling into floral. Dominant accords: woody, amber, floral.
What notes are in Dia Man?
Top: Incense, Cardamom, Labdanum, Bitter Orange. Heart: Peony, Plum, Orris Root, Ylang-Ylang. Base: Vetiver, Brazilian Rosewood, Leather, Amber, Patchouli.
How long does Dia Man last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Dia Man loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Dia Man best for?
Spring is the top pick (31%). Fall is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Dia Man?
Day wear leads at 61%. Night is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is Dia Man for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 37% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Dia Man?
Composed by Bertrand Duchaufour. Released in 2002.
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