Poison Girl Unexpected
vanilla up front, then citrus, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Poison Girl Unexpected by Dior is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women. Poison Girl Unexpected was launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is François Demachy. Top notes are Ginger, Blood Orange and Lemon; middle note is Damask Rose; base notes are Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Hazelnut and Cashmeran. At…
Nose: François Demachy
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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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Poison Girl Unexpected smell like?
vanilla up front, then citrus, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: vanilla, citrus, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Poison Girl Unexpected?
Top: Ginger, Blood Orange, Lemon. Heart: Damask Rose. Base: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Hazelnut, Cashmeran.
How long does Poison Girl Unexpected last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Poison Girl Unexpected loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Poison Girl Unexpected best for?
Fall is the top pick (32%). Winter is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Poison Girl Unexpected?
Day wear leads at 59%. Night is a secondary pick at 41%.
Is Poison Girl Unexpected for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 87% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Poison Girl Unexpected?
Composed by François Demachy. Released in 2018.
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