Dior Sauvage EDP by Dior
Brand: Dior
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Lavender, pepper, and nutmeg over ambroxan, vanilla, and cedar. Deeper and more sensual than the original Sauvage — wild lavender tamed by warmth.
Is Dior Sauvage EDP worth it?
How it smells: Opens with bergamot and nutmeg, lavender and pepper at the heart, then dries down to ambroxan and vanilla.
Scent Score: 80/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 81, reputation 82, versatility 82, layerability 67 and value 81, each out of 100.
Buyers say it gets compliments, lasts long and works for any occasion. Hardly any complaints. Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 136 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2018 · Men
Key accords: Bergamot, Nutmeg, Lavender, Pepper, Ambroxan, Vanilla
Top Notes
- Bergamot
- Nutmeg
Heart Notes
- Lavender
- Pepper
Base Notes
- Ambroxan
- Vanilla
- Cedar
Occasions: Date Night, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Dior Sauvage EDP by Dior belongs to the aromatic fragrance family. A lavender-rich EDP version of Sauvage — deeper, more intense, woody. Dior Sauvage EDP opens with Bergamot and Nutmeg. The heart brings Lavender and Pepper. It dries down to Ambroxan, Vanilla, and Cedar.
How to wear Dior Sauvage EDP
On skin, Dior Sauvage EDP by Dior has longevity of 8.0/10 community longevity rating, strong projection, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, summer, fall, and winter. Reach for it for date night and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Terre d'Hermès by Hermès. Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Terre d'Hermès on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 2 sprays Terre d'Hermès and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Dior Sauvage EDP opens with Bergamot and Nutmeg.
The heart brings Lavender and Pepper.
It dries down to Ambroxan, Vanilla, and Cedar.
What to layer with Dior Sauvage EDP
Terre d'Hermès by Hermès
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pepper and cedar.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Terre d'Hermès on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 2 sprays Terre d'Hermès
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, nutmeg, and cedar.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 2 sprays CK One
Fahrenheit by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, nutmeg, and lavender.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fahrenheit on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 1 spray Fahrenheit
Bleecker Street by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share vanilla and cedar.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleecker Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 2 sprays Bleecker Street
Drunk Lovers by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, pepper, and vanilla.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Drunk Lovers on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 2 sprays Drunk Lovers
Pairings to approach with care
Radical Rose by Matiere Premiere
Not Recommended · 32/99
Radical Rose has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Radical Rose brings a floral contrast to this aromatic scent.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Radical Rose on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 1 spray Radical Rose
Aramis by Aramis
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 33/99
Aramis has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Aramis brings a chypre contrast to this aromatic scent, and they share bergamot.
Order: Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aramis on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 1 spray Aramis
Related fragrances and why
- Terre d'Hermès by Hermès — Both include pepper and cedar.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include bergamot, nutmeg, and cedar.
- Fahrenheit by Dior — Both include bergamot, nutmeg, and lavender.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Dior Sauvage EDP?
Dior Sauvage EDP opens with Bergamot and Nutmeg. The heart brings Lavender and Pepper. It dries down to Ambroxan, Vanilla, and Cedar.
How long does Dior Sauvage EDP last, and how strong is it?
Dior Sauvage EDP by Dior has longevity of 8.0/10 community longevity rating, strong projection, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Dior Sauvage EDP?
It's best in spring, summer, fall, and winter. It suits date night and casual.
What layers well with Dior Sauvage EDP?
Terre d'Hermès by Hermès is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Aromatic and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share pepper and cedar. Apply Dior Sauvage EDP first as your base layer. Its aromatic character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Terre d'Hermès on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Dior Sauvage EDP : 2 sprays Terre d'Hermès.
Reviewed alternatives
- Salvo by Maison Alhambra — Same structure as Sauvage EDP: bergamot up top, lavender, nutmeg and pepper in the heart, and a vanilla and ambroxan base.
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