Holy Peony by Dior

Brand: Dior

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

A portrait of the peony: rose and fresh lily of the valley with sparkling strawberry and raspberry, on woods and musks.

Is Holy Peony worth it?

How it smells: Opens with strawberry and raspberry, peony and rose at the heart, then dries down to woody notes and musk.

Scent Score: 47/100 (Fair). Overhyped. People talk about it, but it disappoints or splits opinion. Sample it before you buy a bottle. Performance 36, versatility 67, layerability 54 and value 36, each out of 100.

What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and summer, for daytime and casual days. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex

Key accords: Strawberry, Raspberry, Peony, Rose, Lily of the Valley, Woody Notes

Top Notes

  • Strawberry
  • Raspberry

Heart Notes

  • Peony
  • Rose
  • Lily of the Valley

Base Notes

Occasions: Daytime, Casual

Seasons: Spring, Summer

Fragrance overview

Holy Peony by Dior belongs to the floral fragrance family. A portrait of the peony: rose and fresh lily of the valley with sparkling strawberry and raspberry, on woods and musks. Holy Peony opens with Strawberry and Raspberry. The heart brings Peony, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Woody Notes and Musk.

How to wear Holy Peony

On skin, Holy Peony by Dior has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for daytime and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is For Her by Narciso Rodriguez. Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift. Start with 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays For Her and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Holy Peony opens with Strawberry and Raspberry.

The heart brings Peony, Rose, and Lily of the Valley.

It dries down to Woody Notes and Musk.

What to layer with Holy Peony

  • Narciso Rodriguez For Her bottle

    For Her by Narciso Rodriguez

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays For Her

  • Bond No. 9 The Scent of Peace bottle

    The Scent of Peace by Bond No. 9

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, lily of the valley, and musk.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Scent of Peace on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays The Scent of Peace

  • Al Haramain L’Aventure bottle

    L’Aventure by Al Haramain

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share woody notes and musk.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer L’Aventure on top for woody lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays L’Aventure

  • Xerjoff Mefisto bottle

    Mefisto by Xerjoff

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mefisto on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays Mefisto

  • Xerjoff Mefisto Gentiluomo bottle

    Mefisto Gentiluomo by Xerjoff

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mefisto Gentiluomo on top for fresh lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays Mefisto Gentiluomo

Pairings to approach with care

  • Amouage Overture 41 bottle

    Overture 41 by Amouage

    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Overture 41 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Overture 41 brings an amber contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Overture 41 on top for amber lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 1 spray Overture 41

  • Lattafa Asad bottle

    Asad by Lattafa

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    Not Recommended · 30/99

    Asad has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Asad brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.

    Order: Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Asad on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Holy Peony : 1 spray Asad

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Holy Peony?

Holy Peony opens with Strawberry and Raspberry. The heart brings Peony, Rose, and Lily of the Valley. It dries down to Woody Notes and Musk.

How long does Holy Peony last, and how strong is it?

Holy Peony by Dior has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Holy Peony?

It's best in spring and summer. It suits daytime and casual.

What layers well with Holy Peony?

For Her by Narciso Rodriguez is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and musk. Apply Holy Peony first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift. Start with 2 sprays Holy Peony : 2 sprays For Her.

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