Question 1

What's the difference between Or des Indes and Dune?

Accepted Answer

Or des Indes is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maitre Parfumeur et Gantier (1988) dominated by Amber accords. Dune is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dior (1991) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Amber, Balsamic, Woody, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Or des Indes or Dune?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Or des Indes scores 3.95/5 vs Dune at 3.99/5. Dune's standout strength: Unique, distinctive scent that evokes beaches and deserts authentically. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Or des Indes and Dune smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Dune: Dior Dune is a polarizing but highly respected fragrance that successfully captures the essence of hot sand and deserts with its unique, dry composition.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Or des Indes or Dune?

Accepted Answer

Dune: Excellent longevity (12+ hours for vintage/extrait versions) Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Or des Indes vs Dune?

Accepted Answer

Or des Indes scores highest for fall wear; Dune scores highest for fall wear. Or des Indes leans daytime, Dune leans daytime.

Or des Indes vs Dune

Comparison Summary

Unique to Dune (17)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	Or des Indes	Dune
Brand	Maitre Parfumeur et Gantier	Dior
Year	1988	1991
Rating	3.95	3.99
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	17