Score
70/100

Dior Sauvage Eau Forte

“Lavender, spices, and elemi — Sauvage's most departure-from-norm flanker, polarizing oily texture.”

Sauvage Eau Forte
lavender
aromatic
musky
$120–$160Fair value

The take

What works

  • ●Lavender-elemi-spices innovative water-based Sauvage flanker
  • ●A smooth, well-blended fougère

Trade-offs

  • ●Oily milky texture on application
  • ●Major departure from Sauvage DNA

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Notes

Top

Performance

Longevity
3–5 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in spring and fall, during the day. Summer, winter, and evenings work too. Leans masculine.

When

  • Spring, 100%, best
  • Summer, 82%, works
  • Fall, 98%, best
  • Winter, 78%, works
  • Day, 100%, best
  • Night, 79%, works

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sauvage Eau Forte smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Dior Sauvage Parfum Into The Wild, Dior Sauvage Eau de Parfum Into The Wild, Dior Sauvage Eau de Toilette Into The Wild. Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Sauvage Eau Forte last?

3–5 hours on most skin (moderate longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Sauvage Eau Forte?

Sauvage Eau Forte is best in spring and fall, during the day. Summer, winter, and evenings work too. It suits everyday wear, the office, and date nights.

Is Sauvage Eau Forte worth it?

At $120–$160, fine — with caveats. Lavender-elemi-spices innovative water-based Sauvage flanker. A smooth, well-blended fougère.