WS-D-1985

Poison

1985Men

fruity up front, then sweet, settling into amber.

Poison by Dior is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Poison was launched in 1985. Poison was created by Edouard Flechier and Maurice Roger. Top notes are Plum, Wild Berries, Coriander, Anise and Brazilian Rosewood; middle notes are Tuberose, Incense, White Honey, Cinnamon, Opoponax, Carnation, Jasmine, African Orange Flower and…

fruity sweet amber white floral

Noses: Edouard Fléchier · Maurice Roger

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Plum, Wild Berries, Coriander, Anise, Brazilian Rosewood
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Incense, White Honey, Cinnamon, Opoponax, Carnation, Jasmine, African Orange Flower, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Vanille, Amber, Sandalwood, Heliotrope, Musk, Vetiver, Virginia Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

95%

92%

83%

79%

71%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter47%Fall35%Spring11%Summer7%Night78%Day22%Wears female67%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Dior picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Poison smell like?

fruity up front, then sweet, settling into amber. Dominant accords: fruity, sweet, amber.

What notes are in Poison?

Top: Plum, Wild Berries, Coriander, Anise, Brazilian Rosewood. Heart: Tuberose, Incense, White Honey, Cinnamon, Opoponax, Carnation, Jasmine, African Orange Flower, Rose. Base: Vanille, Amber, Sandalwood, Heliotrope, Musk, Vetiver, Virginia Cedar.

How long does Poison last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Poison loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Poison best for?

Winter is the top pick (47%). Fall is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Poison?

Night wear leads at 78%. Day is a secondary pick at 22%.

Is Poison for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 67% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Poison?

Composed by Edouard Fléchier and Maurice Roger. Released in 1985.