Dior Cologne Royale

I tried Dior Cologne Royale on a shirt first, then on skin the next morning. It lasted about 5 hours on fabric for me, softer on skin but still present. I would buy it again for daily use.

The fragrance itself was fine, but the courier crushed the outer box and one cap arrived cracked. The seller arranged a replacement quickly, so the low score is for delivery. I also checked it on my jacket cuff during wear 2, and the dry-down stayed tidy.

The parcel was delayed for several days and tracking barely moved. The seller replied patiently and added a sample later. The scent was okay; logistics lowered the score. I also checked it before going out during wear 2, and the dry-down stayed tidy.

This was a blind buy, so I sprayed lightly at home before wearing it outside. The scent does not smell like a flat copy; it has a beginning, middle and finish. I already sent the link to a friend who asked about it. The opening has Bergamot, Lemon, but it calms down quickly instead of staying sharp.

I kept Dior Cologne Royale in my work bag for a few days and used it like a normal person would. For this price, the balance between scent, bottle and service is honestly solid. The bottle looks presentable enough for a simple gift. It is not perfect, but it is far better than the price suggests. It feels close to the boutique mood without trying to shout across the room.