This warmth is similar to the EDT but something about it makes the whole perfume smell much more sophisticated. This, to me, makes Dior Sauvage EDP smell like a much more mature fragrance suited to well-established gentlemen.Īs Sauvage EDP dries down, a much sweeter base comes through that prominently features vanilla as well as ambroxan for that warmth. The middle notes are somewhat different and the blend is far less complex. You’ll still get that hit of Sichuan pepper and lavender but it’s now accompanied by spicy nutmeg and star anise. However, it’s missing those peppery accords in the first spritz and so this one isn’t quite as zingy and many say it loses its ‘blueness.’ Once again, Dior Sauvage EDP was crafted by Francois Demachy who uses many of the same notes including bergamot in the opening. It was designed to be a new interpretation on the EDT so you’ll see some similarities but also a uniqueness that makes this one stand out from its older brother. Sauvage EDP is an amber fougere fragrance launched three years after the original in 2018. But look a little closer and you’ll see that giveaway pinkish/orange hue at the base that tells us this is a new fragrance. When you look at the bottle of Dior Sauvage EDP, it’s easy to think that it was just another bottle of the EDT. While it is great for guys of all ages, it definitely leans towards being a more youthful fragrance. I think Dior Sauvage EDT would suit someone who wants an easy-to-wear, everyday fragrance which is inoffensive yet smells beautiful. But then popularity is good in some ways as it speaks volumes about the perfume. The only real problem I see with Dior Sauvage EDT is that it’s so popular you won’t be expressing your uniqueness. You’re getting excellent value for money and while the projection is delicate, it’s enough to get you noticed. I think that for such a well-performing fragrance that lasts very well on the skin, the price is spot on.
Since the blend is so versatile, this fragrance just as quickly says ‘ I want you’ as it would impress at a business meeting. To me, Dior Sauvage speaks of a sensual yet incredibly sophisticated gentleman with dual facets to his personality. The base is warm and rich featuring ambroxan, cedar, and labdanum. This zingy beginning is followed by a complex heart that brings Sichuan and pink pepper together with lavender, vetiver, patchouli, geranium, and emeli. Sauvage EDT begins with the freshness of bergamot combined with peppery notes. However, there are some spicy, peppery notes that will allow you to move into fall with this still spritzed on your skin. The freshness of Dior Sauvage EDT makes it more of a warm weather scent. There’s no age limit and since this has become one of the most worn fragrances of recent times, it’s already demonstrated how it suits a fancy evening meal just as much as it does a day on the beach. The beauty of Dior Sauvage EDT is that it can be worn for all occasions and by men throughout the generations. Looking at the fragrance before smelling it, you’re led to believe it’s more of an evening scent but I think there’s a lot more versatility than appearance would have you think. It’s presented in a very classic-looking bottle that fades from a midnight blue at the top through to a smoky grey. The word sauvage means ‘wild’ in French and that’s exactly the vibe you get from this perfume. Being an Eau de Toilette, this is the least concentrated of the Sauvage family but that doesn’t mean that it’s not worth your time.ĭior Sauvage EDT is an aromatic fougere fragrance for men with an incredibly fresh and raw character.
I’ll explain why I believe this shortly, but first, allow me to tell you a little more about this cologne. And get it right he does with the EDT version of Sauvage. This guy is credited with some of the biggest fragrances to come out of Dior including Miss Dior and Fahrenheit so we know from the off that he’ll get it right. Dior Sauvage Eau De Toilette (EDT)ĭior Sauvage EDT was launched in 2015 and is a creation by the in-house perfumer for the brand, Francois Demachy. In this guide, I will compare Sauvage’s EDT, EDP, and Parfum versions so you can decide which one is right for you. Nevertheless, there are differences within the Dior Sauvage range that can make it challenging to choose. These contemporary, classy fragrances of Dior have a fresh yet spicy character that is versatile enough to be worn by almost any guy. The Dior Sauvage range of colognes is one of them. In recent years, there have been a few men’s fragrances that stand out from the crowd.