Midnight Poison
patchouli up front, then citrus, settling into rose.
About
Midnight Poison by Dior is a Woody Chypre fragrance for women. Midnight Poison was launched in 2007. Midnight Poison was created by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, Olivier Cresp and François Demachy. Top notes are Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle note is Rose; base notes are Patchouli, Amber and Vanilla. More than…
Noses: Jacques Cavallier Belletrud · Olivier Cresp · François Demachy
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Midnight Poison smell like?
patchouli up front, then citrus, settling into rose. Dominant accords: patchouli, citrus, rose.
What notes are in Midnight Poison?
Top: Bergamot, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Rose. Base: Patchouli, Amber, Vanilla.
How long does Midnight Poison last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Midnight Poison loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Midnight Poison best for?
Winter is the top pick (45%). Fall is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Midnight Poison?
Night wear leads at 77%. Day is a secondary pick at 23%.
Is Midnight Poison for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 56% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Midnight Poison?
Composed by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud and Olivier Cresp and François Demachy. Released in 2007.
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