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Score
88/100

Dior

Eau Sauvage EDT

1966

Bright bergamot, hedione, and oakmoss. The blueprint everyone copies.

Eau Sauvage
aromatic
citrus
fresh spicy

The take

What works

  • The blueprint everyone copies — bergamot-hedione-oakmoss perfection
  • Quintessentially classic in a way modern designers can't replicate
  • Effortless summer wearer with timeless gentleman energy

Trade-offs

  • Modern reformulation is a shadow of the vintage
  • Performance is short-lived; built for an era of generous reapplication

Notes

Top

LemonLemonBergamotBergamotBasilBasilRosemaryRosemaryCarawayCarawayFruity NotesFruity Notes

Mid

JasmineJasmineCorianderCorianderCarnationCarnationPatchouliPatchouliOrris RootOrris RootSandalwoodSandalwoodRoseRoseLavenderLavenderHedioneHedione

Base

OakmossOakmossVetiverVetiverMuskMuskAmberAmber

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Within a foot
Sillage
Close trail

When to wear

Spring91%
Summer100%
Fall41%
Winter18%
Day99%
Night28%

Occasions

OfficeCasual

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Different scent, similar vibe

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Eau Sauvage smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Lancôme Ô de Lancôme (69%), Casamorati 1888 Fiero (66%), Giorgio Armani Armani Eau Pour Homme (new) (65%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Eau Sauvage last?

4–6 hours on most skin (moderate longevity at 50/100) with moderate projection.

When should you wear Eau Sauvage?

Strongest in summer and spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to office, casual.

Is Eau Sauvage worth it?

At $80–$120, yes for this tier. The blueprint everyone copies — bergamot-hedione-oakmoss perfection. Quintessentially classic in a way modern designers can't replicate.

Details

Perfumer
Edmond Roudnitska