Ok.. so.. I love Balade Sauvage. I also love fig and greens. So I sampled this, fully expecting to hate it because of the vitriol it has been getting... and I love it. I actually want to buy this. It's very nice in warm weather! No, it's not changing any lives, but I like how I smell when I wear it. Thank you for your review!
Wear it and love it! You are the one who knows what you love. I believe this perfume will be liked by many. Francis Kurkdjian has made a scent that goes very well with the existing line in my opinion. He may not do what some perfume enthousiats would want him to do, but my impression is that he does very well for Dior. I admit that I am also secretly hoping for this amazingly different and wonderful creation. But who knows if Dior as a house even wants that?
@@L-Ondee Absolutely agree. I do really hope he gets the opportunity (or wants) to do something more creative and innovative than this first scent. However, I'm just happy it falls into the realm of one of my favorite notes. Also! Rumor is they may discontinue Balade Sauvage... and if so, this might stand in its place. I'm not sure I'd be happy with that, however I already have a bottle of B.S. myself..
I’m a bit late but I got a sample of this and (unpopular opinion) I really like this fragrance! The fact that the scent is simple, it smells more like nature than it smells like a perfume is what makes it great for me. It also has a really really good longevity on my skin, up to 18 hours which bugs me as usually perfumes perform very poorly on my skin. Of course it doesn’t project for that long, maybe 2-3 hours before it becomes a skin scent. Unfortunately it leans a bit to feminine for me to feel comfortable wearing it, which makes me incredibly sad lol! I won’t buy this one and just keep my sample to wear it from time to time… Finally, thank you for the video good sir! I recently discovered your channel and I am really enjoying your content, I think you’re very interesting, sincere and knowledgeable! :)
I holiday in Provence but not by the coast, so glad you spoke about Premier Figuier, the original - not the extreme - has some beautiful green element, I think galbanum, our spring is rather fresh this year so I haven't worn it yet.
When I first smelled this when it launched I was underwhelmed. Kept the mini. Then tried it again this spring and I can't get enough of it. The scent wafts in the air and lingers longer than I expected. It's addicting now. It goes quite herbal/incense-ish on me while staying fresh and I want to bury my face in it, ha!
Dioriviera has been used as a name for the prêt à porter capsule collection which is released every summer(?) which includes summer dresses, swimsuits, sandals, surfboards etc etc. For use when one goes yachting and to stay at the summer house on the Riviera you see.
Smelled it today in Cannes… there is quality here, but nothing original… it’s so boring… and in a marketing perspective, as someone born in the south of France, brands have to stop trying to capture the Côte d’Azur spirit and use this cliché for selling things. Hope FK will came back with something bolder 🙏
I’m sure that being the in-house perfumer doesn’t preclude the need to please the in-house marketing committee. The large brands are probably the least likely to really take chances, so no Dior fragrance will be totally MFK in DNA.
I feel bad for the toweringly talented capitaine. Everything he puts out will be disproportionately harshly judged, leaving no creation to stand on its own merits. It wouldn't surprise me if he quits prematurely, preferring a return to captaining his own MFK bateau rather than Arnaud's denigratory superyacht. Lovely video as always, D. Thank you.
@@daniell5740 Wait, I'm interested in this comment. Could you tell me why you say that? Like when was the last time he was creative and worth the hype for you? Thank you.
I love figs, but this went nuclear on me. I prefer Balade, and the Olivia G fig perfumes for Dyptique and L’Artisan. Un Jardín en Mediterranee was also beautiful.
Sorry. I went to a Dior fragrance masterclass at Harrod's yesterday, was gifted a sample after and yes tested this on paper and on my skin. I do not feel it is FBW, for me anyway. I insisted on being given notice when Leather Oud comes back in stock. 😊
The smells morphs into a Tom Ford Soleil Blanc if applied on upper body chest area. The fig/green/rose turns into sunscreen/coconut. Weird. I had to questioned myself because it smells diff on wrist. COCONUTYY
You need to smell Fig My Love from The Zoo NYC, by Christophe Laudamiel, as others in the live chat suggested. I know that it's not particularly on your radar, and multiple factors go into what to review, but even for your own personal enjoyment, I cannot stress it enough. It will make every other fig pale in comparison, especially because of expertly judged organosulfur compounds in the composition.
@AllWordsAreDust Yes, Tubéreuse Organique. I am obsessed with tuberose fragrances from vintage to modern and there's honestly nothing else like it. I had deja vu smelling it, not because it reminded me of a perfume but of the actual flower itself. It's honestly more realistic than smelling a bouquet of tuberose in a flower shop. I do own Club Design too.
@@algebraist1997 Thanks for the reply! I've had my eye on a sample trio for that brand but I was having trouble picking what to try. I think I've heard that one recommended before too with a similar description - I'll definitely check it out!
I work with perfumers and I bet he’s working within a budget & Dior parameters. I think he’ll respect LVMH Dior culture while using his own brand to showcase his own unique style. I don’t like figs so I don’t think I’d like it 🙆🏼♀️
Did you buy that bottle or did they send it to you? Interesting that Amouage is commenting☺️. I think this fragrance sounds really boring. So not impressed with Dior Privé. Many watery fragrances that don’t live up to their price.
Thanks very much for watching. Information about where the samples come from is always in the video description 😊 Yes, the exclusive collection is very divisive, although there are a few there that I really love.
@@Persolaise Ok, I see. I am kind of a new viewer. Have subscribed for a while, but found that I didn't have time for long lives, but many people have insisted that I listen more to you so I will do as told.
@@thehonestperfumereviewer6336 I know -- long videos are problematic for many. I'd say, just watch whatever strikes a chord with you, regardless of what anyone else tells you.
I really appreciate that even when a perfume ends up being just ok, the history, tangents, and witty commentary is always worth it 😊
That’s very kind, Lia. Thank you.
Ok.. so.. I love Balade Sauvage. I also love fig and greens. So I sampled this, fully expecting to hate it because of the vitriol it has been getting... and I love it. I actually want to buy this. It's very nice in warm weather! No, it's not changing any lives, but I like how I smell when I wear it. Thank you for your review!
But u can get this type of fragrance In many other houses for cheaper
@@daniell5740 I’ve tried literally hundreds of fig perfumes, I’m aware. But I like this one.
Well, that’s great, then. I guess it means it’ll strike a chord with some people.
Thanks for watching.
Wear it and love it! You are the one who knows what you love. I believe this perfume will be liked by many. Francis Kurkdjian has made a scent that goes very well with the existing line in my opinion. He may not do what some perfume enthousiats would want him to do, but my impression is that he does very well for Dior. I admit that I am also secretly hoping for this amazingly different and wonderful creation. But who knows if Dior as a house even wants that?
@@L-Ondee Absolutely agree. I do really hope he gets the opportunity (or wants) to do something more creative and innovative than this first scent. However, I'm just happy it falls into the realm of one of my favorite notes. Also! Rumor is they may discontinue Balade Sauvage... and if so, this might stand in its place. I'm not sure I'd be happy with that, however I already have a bottle of B.S. myself..
I’m a bit late but I got a sample of this and (unpopular opinion) I really like this fragrance!
The fact that the scent is simple, it smells more like nature than it smells like a perfume is what makes it great for me.
It also has a really really good longevity on my skin, up to 18 hours which bugs me as usually perfumes perform very poorly on my skin.
Of course it doesn’t project for that long, maybe 2-3 hours before it becomes a skin scent.
Unfortunately it leans a bit to feminine for me to feel comfortable wearing it, which makes me incredibly sad lol!
I won’t buy this one and just keep my sample to wear it from time to time…
Finally, thank you for the video good sir! I recently discovered your channel and I am really enjoying your content, I think you’re very interesting, sincere and knowledgeable! :)
I'm genuinely pleased you like it -- I think it's won quite a few fans already.
Thanks very much for your kind words.
My local garden store has tiny fig trees-they smell amazing!-and now I’m thinking of getting one. Thanks for the great video!
I’ve considered it too.
I holiday in Provence but not by the coast, so glad you spoke about Premier Figuier, the original - not the extreme - has some beautiful green element, I think galbanum, our spring is rather fresh this year so I haven't worn it yet.
I need to revisit that scent too.
Just catching up now. Thanks so much for the insight on this one. Looking forward to trying it ☺️ have a lovely weekend
Thanks for watching.
When I first smelled this when it launched I was underwhelmed. Kept the mini. Then tried it again this spring and I can't get enough of it. The scent wafts in the air and lingers longer than I expected. It's addicting now. It goes quite herbal/incense-ish on me while staying fresh and I want to bury my face in it, ha!
Wonderful to know -- thank you.
Dioriviera has been used as a name for the prêt à porter capsule collection which is released every summer(?) which includes summer dresses, swimsuits, sandals, surfboards etc etc. For use when one goes yachting and to stay at the summer house on the Riviera you see.
Thanks 😉
Smelled it today in Cannes… there is quality here, but nothing original… it’s so boring… and in a marketing perspective, as someone born in the south of France, brands have to stop trying to capture the Côte d’Azur spirit and use this cliché for selling things. Hope FK will came back with something bolder 🙏
Thanks for this. I suspect the Riviera will act as ‘inspiration’ for a long time to come.
Thanks for the review. I wonder if it is similar to Figuier Noir from Houbigant
I’m not familiar with that one, I’m afraid.
In July I will be in France so I will test it! Good review mate! Cheerio
Thanks very much.
@@Persolaise you're welcome
I’m sure that being the in-house perfumer doesn’t preclude the need to please the in-house marketing committee. The large brands are probably the least likely to really take chances, so no Dior fragrance will be totally MFK in DNA.
Yes, taking risks is something they find very, very difficult.
I feel bad for the toweringly talented capitaine. Everything he puts out will be disproportionately harshly judged, leaving no creation to stand on its own merits. It wouldn't surprise me if he quits prematurely, preferring a return to captaining his own MFK bateau rather than Arnaud's denigratory superyacht. Lovely video as always, D. Thank you.
Awwww, stop with the pity party for MFK Haitham!
Ye gave up creativity a long time ago lol this is all his choice
Yes, you’re right. And the fact that he’s got an impossible task ahead of him was something we didn’t really discuss during the broadcast.
@@daniell5740 Wait, I'm interested in this comment. Could you tell me why you say that? Like when was the last time he was creative and worth the hype for you? Thank you.
I love figs, but this went nuclear on me. I prefer Balade, and the Olivia G fig perfumes for Dyptique and L’Artisan. Un Jardín en Mediterranee was also beautiful.
All excellent recommendations. Yes, you’re right. The nuclear quality is surprising (which could be a good thing) but also… unwanted.
Hi Adriana - what do you mean by ''nuclear''? :) asking for a friend..:))
@@aristurtle007 It was a very strong linear fig that went on for hours without any development, just strong and linear.
It does work phonetically in Italian! Although DIORIVIERA sounds a bit like a curse in some Italian regions sadly...therefore not "molto chic"
Oh wow! That's hilarious.
You are so polite!
I hope so! 😉
Sorry. I went to a Dior fragrance masterclass at Harrod's yesterday, was gifted a sample after and yes tested this on paper and on my skin. I do not feel it is FBW, for me anyway. I insisted on being given notice when Leather Oud comes back in stock. 😊
Thanks for letting me know. I wonder if they’ll you about Leather Oud.
@@Persolaise I got to try their huge tester and they never said it was discontinued. They know that we know. 😉
The smells morphs into a Tom Ford Soleil Blanc if applied on upper body chest area. The fig/green/rose turns into sunscreen/coconut. Weird. I had to questioned myself because it smells diff on wrist. COCONUTYY
Thanks for this. There are definitely some links between coconut and fig.
You need to smell Fig My Love from The Zoo NYC, by Christophe Laudamiel, as others in the live chat suggested. I know that it's not particularly on your radar, and multiple factors go into what to review, but even for your own personal enjoyment, I cannot stress it enough. It will make every other fig pale in comparison, especially because of expertly judged organosulfur compounds in the composition.
Thanks for the tip -- sounds fascinating.
Anything else from The Zoo that you'd recommend? Club Design is already on my to try list.
@AllWordsAreDust Yes, Tubéreuse Organique. I am obsessed with tuberose fragrances from vintage to modern and there's honestly nothing else like it. I had deja vu smelling it, not because it reminded me of a perfume but of the actual flower itself. It's honestly more realistic than smelling a bouquet of tuberose in a flower shop. I do own Club Design too.
@@algebraist1997 Thanks for the reply! I've had my eye on a sample trio for that brand but I was having trouble picking what to try.
I think I've heard that one recommended before too with a similar description - I'll definitely check it out!
I like 724 more, thank you 👍🏾
Thanks for watching.
Do you think Un Jardin Mediteranee is better at achieving the smell of the fig leaves in the air than this?
Yes, this is not as successful in my opinion. Un Jardín is beautiful.
In a word, Yes. But to do, that Jardin is more than just fig. Thanks for watching.
I have a baby fig in my garden, but I never got any smell from it. Maybe I have to crush a leaf and smell it
I’d say that’s worth a try.
I'm new to the space and I'm thinking i don't like green events since i hate fredh grass smell lol
Lots of people don’t enjoy green scents. There’s nothing wrong with that.
I work with perfumers and I bet he’s working within a budget & Dior parameters. I think he’ll respect LVMH Dior culture while using his own brand to showcase his own unique style. I don’t like figs so I don’t think I’d like it 🙆🏼♀️
Thanks very much for watching.
Did you buy that bottle or did they send it to you? Interesting that Amouage is commenting☺️. I think this fragrance sounds really boring. So not impressed with Dior Privé. Many watery fragrances that don’t live up to their price.
Thanks very much for watching. Information about where the samples come from is always in the video description 😊
Yes, the exclusive collection is very divisive, although there are a few there that I really love.
@@Persolaise Ok, I see. I am kind of a new viewer. Have subscribed for a while, but found that I didn't have time for long lives, but many people have insisted that I listen more to you so I will do as told.
@@thehonestperfumereviewer6336 I know -- long videos are problematic for many. I'd say, just watch whatever strikes a chord with you, regardless of what anyone else tells you.
They have used the same name for makeup.
Thank you.
ReconFIGured, the new fragrance by roDi.....
Brilliant.
So the Amouage guy is also watching ur live......he must be laughing from his ass off as so called infamous MFK failed at DIOR
Thanks for writing.
I never liked a perfume from this perfumer.
Ah, that’s a shame. But thanks for taking the time to write.