Sauvage
fresh spicy up front, then amber, settling into citrus.
About
Sauvage by Dior is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men. Sauvage was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is François Demachy. Top notes are Calabrian bergamot and Pepper; middle notes are Sichuan Pepper, Lavender, Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Patchouli, Geranium and elemi; base notes are Ambroxan, Cedar and Labdanum.…
Nose: François Demachy
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Sichuan Pepper, Lavender, Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Patchouli, Geranium, elemi
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Sauvage smell like?
fresh spicy up front, then amber, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: fresh spicy, amber, citrus.
What notes are in Sauvage?
Top: Calabrian bergamot, Pepper. Heart: Sichuan Pepper, Lavender, Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Patchouli, Geranium, elemi. Base: Ambroxan, Cedar, Labdanum.
How long does Sauvage last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Sauvage loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Sauvage best for?
Spring is the top pick (28%). Summer is second at 26%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Sauvage?
Day wear leads at 52%. Night is a secondary pick at 48%.
Is Sauvage for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 79% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Sauvage?
Composed by François Demachy. Released in 2015.
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