2016

Bad

Diesel

By Anne Flipo, Carlos Benaïm, IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances)

A daring fusion of spice and sweetness.

Bad by Diesel is an intriguing fragrance that plays with contrasts, balancing freshness and warmth. It's a bold expression that blends spices, woods, and unexpected notes.

SpicySweetWoodyFreshSynthetic

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Notes Pyramid

Top notes

Opening

Violet leafBergamotCardamomLavender

Heart notes

Character

SageOrris rootSalty notesCaviar

Base notes

Foundation

Tonka beanTobaccoAmbroxanPatchouli

Quick Facts

Brand
Diesel
Year
2016
Main accords
Spicy, Sweet, Woody, Fresh
Perfumers
Anne Flipo, Carlos Benaïm, IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances)

Accord Profile

Spicy
Sweet
Woody
Fresh
Synthetic

Editorial Portrait

This fragrance invites curiosity with its first spray, where violet leaf and bergamot greet you with a bright, herbal freshness, mingling playfully with cardamom and lavender. The heart reveals a deeper complexity, where the salty notes and caviar introduce a sophisticated twist that hints at the unexpected, alongside the earthy richness of sage and orris root.

As it settles on the skin, warm tones emerge, featuring the comforting and sweet aspects of tonka bean, tobacco, and a touch of patchouli. Here, the fragrance exhibits a luxurious depth, balancing between the brightness of its opening and the rich, enveloping base. There’s a raw honesty within its boldness, an invitation to embrace both the playful and the profound in our self-expression.

Worn confidently, Bad draws attention without demanding it, making its presence known in a subtle yet compelling way—a unique scent that resonates with those who appreciate a narrative of layered textures and flavors in their perfume.


How It Feels

Overall mood

bold and unexpected

Texture

rich and creamy

Temperature

warm

Presence

notable

Impression

intriguing and audacious

Best setting

evening gatherings or vibrant outings


Is It for You?

You may love this if…

  • ✓someone who enjoys bold, expressive fragrances
  • ✓an individual who appreciates contrasts in their scent
  • ✓a woman looking for a signature scent that intrigues

This may not be for you if…

  • ×someone who prefers delicate or purely floral scents
  • ×a person who dislikes sweet or spicy notes
  • ×anyone seeking a minimalist or neutral fragrance

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