WS-D-1994

Tendre Poison

1994Men

white floral up front, then citrus, settling into floral.

Tendre Poison by Dior is a Floral fragrance for women. Tendre Poison was launched in 1994. The nose behind this fragrance is Edouard Flechier. Top notes are Asafoetida, Bergamot, Brazilian Rosewood and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Tuberose, Honey, Orange Blossom, Freesia and Rose; base notes are Musk, Sandalwood, Heliotrope…

white floral citrus floral tuberose

Nose: Edouard Fléchier

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Asafoetida, Bergamot, Brazilian Rosewood, Mandarin Orange
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Honey, Orange Blossom, Freesia, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Musk, Sandalwood, Heliotrope, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

82%

73%

67%

54%

54%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Spring41%Fall23%Summer22%Winter14%Day67%Night33%Wears female74%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Dior picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Tendre Poison smell like?

white floral up front, then citrus, settling into floral. Dominant accords: white floral, citrus, floral.

What notes are in Tendre Poison?

Top: Asafoetida, Bergamot, Brazilian Rosewood, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Tuberose, Honey, Orange Blossom, Freesia, Rose. Base: Musk, Sandalwood, Heliotrope, Vanilla.

How long does Tendre Poison last?

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

Is Tendre Poison loud?

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

What season is Tendre Poison best for?

Spring is the top pick (41%). Fall is second at 23%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Tendre Poison?

Day wear leads at 67%. Night is a secondary pick at 33%.

Is Tendre Poison for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 74% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Tendre Poison?

Composed by Edouard Fléchier. Released in 1994.