
Mandelmaus
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Mandelmaus
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In the spark, I stand in flames, and have burned in water
So far, I associate very beautiful memories and moments with the house of Dior. Miss Dior Cherie was the first fragrance from the label that fascinated me for a long time and accompanied me for some time. An exciting and turbulent time. It was summer and I was 16... that says enough.
I do not know the original Addict yet, but I already have the utmost respect for it. According to numerous reviews, this must be an incredible fragrance. I am even more pleased that this EdT has been launched. The notes sound promising, the design immediately catches the eye, and the campaign is very appealingly designed. Just the name alone screams for an interesting fragrance experience. Can this scent captivate me so much that it won’t leave my mind, tempts me to sniff constantly, and triggers an incredibly wicked want-and-need impulse?
I am happy to engage with this, curious as I am, and I look forward to testing it.
With Dior Addict, the aim was to compose a direct and multifaceted fragrance. Fresh, feminine, and uncompromising, paired with an unexpected woody charm that is said to emanate from a precious sandalwood essence.
According to Demachy, the fragrance is round without being lush and enchants without being obvious. It should be immediately recognizable. The essence of sandalwood appears round and gives a milky-woody character that feels warm and almost organic. This note is said to be addictive and evoke our animalistic side.
The opening is gentle, warm, and sunny. Fresh, energetic, and euphoric. Deliciously restrained fruity without being sweet or sticky. Airy and free, even here an elegant nobility cannot be denied, a skillful feminine refinement. This impression is enhanced by the soft glow of a sensual vanilla note. Far from being trivial or cookie-like, it has bite without being overloaded or too ladylike. Actually, it’s a very flowing, warm, soft, and caressing concept.
At first, the scent reminded me strongly of Manifesto l'elixir. This is not surprising, as the notes are similar. But the more I tested the fragrance, the more I noticed this beautiful and fresh clean neroli note. Subtly "orangey" and radiant, minimally soapy, beautifully bright and refreshing.
Accompanied by powdery jasmine that strolls hand in hand with the incredibly beautiful vanilla. This is already a disguised gourmand, but of the elegantly fine and subtle kind. Similar to a golden soufflé. Just the sight is a true endorphin shower, the delicate, melting scent. A promising promise of perfect enjoyment that one would like to remember for a long time. After each bite, slowly lean back with closed eyes, purring contentedly, tilting your head back, and gesturing foolishly with your hands... ah, yes, I am already an incorrigible addict and no, I promise no improvement.
Already in the heart, a perfect landing that weakens me and mercilessly hits my nerves. The perfect symbiosis of freshness, passion, enjoyment, femininity, and romance. A skillful balancing act between invigorating and enchanting, thus ideal for day and night. Strong and beautiful, captivating and empathetic, it provides warmth and stability through its elegance and timelessness.
In the drydown, the sensual and warm sandalwood accord increasingly dominates. Milky and smooth, yet I would describe the fragrance as not particularly woody, rather soft and transparent. Behind it, a creamy orange note occasionally shimmers through, but only subtly fruity and not a killer fruit basket. I do like it very floral, and the jasmine really integrates very advantageously into the fragrance profile, enhancing the creamy-feminine character with an opulent but not intrusive, velvety-powdery, and floral note.
Dior Addict is not a capricious shapeshifter. It does not offer a spectacular progression, but rather a radiant and proud, very feminine presence. Classic and elegant without being outdated, fresh and sensual, somewhat mysterious and incredibly captivating. The fragrance is contagious with its charming cheerfulness, the warm vanilla and the extraordinary smooth sandalwood invite you to let your thoughts drift. A beautiful all-rounder, flirty enough for the evening and dynamic for the day. Even in high temperatures, it seems not to wilt, and in the currently rather modest weather, the fragrance uplifts and provides good mood. Not a girly-girl, it can also be worn with elegant attire. The sillage is quite decent and only slowly fades. The longevity on me is very good, I can clearly perceive it for at least eight hours, after which the fragrance becomes more intimate.
Just because of the bottle, the fragrance must move in with me very soon. The interior offers everything I want and impresses me sustainably. One of those fragrances that reveals more of itself with every wear, I like that.
Why the title? This line comes from Rammstein's "Feuer und Wasser," a painfully beautiful song. It states that fire and water do not come together, cannot be bound, are not related. However, when I enjoy this fragrance, I find that both elements have been masterfully combined here. That exciting passion, paired with radiant freshness and lightness.
A spark has definitely jumped over, and I hope that this fire burns long and bright.
I do not know the original Addict yet, but I already have the utmost respect for it. According to numerous reviews, this must be an incredible fragrance. I am even more pleased that this EdT has been launched. The notes sound promising, the design immediately catches the eye, and the campaign is very appealingly designed. Just the name alone screams for an interesting fragrance experience. Can this scent captivate me so much that it won’t leave my mind, tempts me to sniff constantly, and triggers an incredibly wicked want-and-need impulse?
I am happy to engage with this, curious as I am, and I look forward to testing it.
With Dior Addict, the aim was to compose a direct and multifaceted fragrance. Fresh, feminine, and uncompromising, paired with an unexpected woody charm that is said to emanate from a precious sandalwood essence.
According to Demachy, the fragrance is round without being lush and enchants without being obvious. It should be immediately recognizable. The essence of sandalwood appears round and gives a milky-woody character that feels warm and almost organic. This note is said to be addictive and evoke our animalistic side.
The opening is gentle, warm, and sunny. Fresh, energetic, and euphoric. Deliciously restrained fruity without being sweet or sticky. Airy and free, even here an elegant nobility cannot be denied, a skillful feminine refinement. This impression is enhanced by the soft glow of a sensual vanilla note. Far from being trivial or cookie-like, it has bite without being overloaded or too ladylike. Actually, it’s a very flowing, warm, soft, and caressing concept.
At first, the scent reminded me strongly of Manifesto l'elixir. This is not surprising, as the notes are similar. But the more I tested the fragrance, the more I noticed this beautiful and fresh clean neroli note. Subtly "orangey" and radiant, minimally soapy, beautifully bright and refreshing.
Accompanied by powdery jasmine that strolls hand in hand with the incredibly beautiful vanilla. This is already a disguised gourmand, but of the elegantly fine and subtle kind. Similar to a golden soufflé. Just the sight is a true endorphin shower, the delicate, melting scent. A promising promise of perfect enjoyment that one would like to remember for a long time. After each bite, slowly lean back with closed eyes, purring contentedly, tilting your head back, and gesturing foolishly with your hands... ah, yes, I am already an incorrigible addict and no, I promise no improvement.
Already in the heart, a perfect landing that weakens me and mercilessly hits my nerves. The perfect symbiosis of freshness, passion, enjoyment, femininity, and romance. A skillful balancing act between invigorating and enchanting, thus ideal for day and night. Strong and beautiful, captivating and empathetic, it provides warmth and stability through its elegance and timelessness.
In the drydown, the sensual and warm sandalwood accord increasingly dominates. Milky and smooth, yet I would describe the fragrance as not particularly woody, rather soft and transparent. Behind it, a creamy orange note occasionally shimmers through, but only subtly fruity and not a killer fruit basket. I do like it very floral, and the jasmine really integrates very advantageously into the fragrance profile, enhancing the creamy-feminine character with an opulent but not intrusive, velvety-powdery, and floral note.
Dior Addict is not a capricious shapeshifter. It does not offer a spectacular progression, but rather a radiant and proud, very feminine presence. Classic and elegant without being outdated, fresh and sensual, somewhat mysterious and incredibly captivating. The fragrance is contagious with its charming cheerfulness, the warm vanilla and the extraordinary smooth sandalwood invite you to let your thoughts drift. A beautiful all-rounder, flirty enough for the evening and dynamic for the day. Even in high temperatures, it seems not to wilt, and in the currently rather modest weather, the fragrance uplifts and provides good mood. Not a girly-girl, it can also be worn with elegant attire. The sillage is quite decent and only slowly fades. The longevity on me is very good, I can clearly perceive it for at least eight hours, after which the fragrance becomes more intimate.
Just because of the bottle, the fragrance must move in with me very soon. The interior offers everything I want and impresses me sustainably. One of those fragrances that reveals more of itself with every wear, I like that.
Why the title? This line comes from Rammstein's "Feuer und Wasser," a painfully beautiful song. It states that fire and water do not come together, cannot be bound, are not related. However, when I enjoy this fragrance, I find that both elements have been masterfully combined here. That exciting passion, paired with radiant freshness and lightness.
A spark has definitely jumped over, and I hope that this fire burns long and bright.
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Top Notes
Sicilian mandarin orange
Heart Notes
Tunisian neroli
Jasmine sambac
Base Notes
Vanilla
Sandalwood








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