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Dior · Sauvage

Dior Sauvage EDT

EDT2015

The cologne that became a cultural shorthand for 'smells good' — for better and worse.

When to wear
Spring75%
Summer70%
Fall75%
Winter65%
Day75%
Night70%
The take

What works

  • Bergamot-ambroxan combination defined a generation of masculine fragrance
  • Year-round versatility with a reliable projection arc
  • The fragrance that proved designer could compete with niche on execution

Trade-offs

  • Ubiquity has become its own con — you will smell it everywhere
  • Longevity trails the EDP significantly
Notes

Top

Bergamot, Pepper

Mid

Sichuan Pepper, Lavender, Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Patchouli, Geranium, Elemi

Base

Ambroxan, Cedar

Performance
Longevity75
Good
Projection70
Moderate
Sillage70
Moderate
Gender
Strongly masculine
Price & value
$75–$130Good value
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Details
Perfumer
François Demachy
Collection
Sauvage