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Dior Releases Vanilla Diorama Fragrance

Aug 26th, 2021
Tony Scianna
Vanilla Diorama features citrus notes with a blend of Madagascar vanilla.
Vanilla Diorama features citrus notes with a blend of Madagascar vanilla.

Dior is launching Vanilla Diorama as part of its La Collection Privee, inspired by one of founder Christian Dior's favorite desserts, the Diorama Gourmand.

Related: Fragrance With Benefits Launches Two Scents

Vanilla Diorama features citrus notes with a blend of Madagascar vanilla. It is said to have woody, amber, spicy and mellow accents and strong warm notes of cocoa.

It comes in a spray bottle and costs $110 for 1.35 oz, $250 for 4.25 oz and $350 for 8.5 oz.

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