WS-D-1966

Eau Sauvage

1966Men

aromatic up front, then citrus, settling into fresh spicy.

Eau Sauvage by Dior is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for men. Eau Sauvage was launched in 1966. The nose behind this fragrance is Edmond Roudnitska. Top notes are Lemon, Bergamot, Basil, Rosemary, Caraway and Fruity Notes; middle notes are Jasmine, Coriander, Carnation, Patchouli, Orris Root, Sandalwood, Rose, Lavender and Hedione;…

aromatic citrus fresh spicy woody

Nose: Edmond Roudnitska

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lemon, Bergamot, Basil, Rosemary, Caraway, Fruity Notes
Heart· 2–4h
Jasmine, Coriander, Carnation, Patchouli, Orris Root, Sandalwood, Rose, Lavender, Hedione
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk, Amber

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

89%

70%

52%

37%

25%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Summer40%Spring36%Fall16%Winter7%Day78%Night22%Wears male63%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Dior picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Eau Sauvage smell like?

aromatic up front, then citrus, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: aromatic, citrus, fresh spicy.

What notes are in Eau Sauvage?

Top: Lemon, Bergamot, Basil, Rosemary, Caraway, Fruity Notes. Heart: Jasmine, Coriander, Carnation, Patchouli, Orris Root, Sandalwood, Rose, Lavender, Hedione. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk, Amber.

How long does Eau Sauvage last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Eau Sauvage loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Eau Sauvage best for?

Summer is the top pick (40%). Spring is second at 36%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Eau Sauvage?

Day wear leads at 78%. Night is a secondary pick at 22%.

Is Eau Sauvage for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 63% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Eau Sauvage?

Composed by Edmond Roudnitska. Released in 1966.