Is Duppe Scents Savage Spell a dupe of Dior Sauvage Elixir?

Sauvage Elixir Parfum

Dior by François Demachy Original Acquired

Savage Spell EDP

Duppe Scents   Inspired Acquired
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Sauvage Elixir Parfum bottle Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Parfum Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2021 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Savage Spell Eau de Parfum bottle Savage Spell EDP
$162.95+ tax from
2.0 fl oz (60 ml) at FragranceShop.com
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sauvage Elixir Parfum
A thunderous, spicy-woody statement piece that takes the Sauvage DNA into ultra-rich, opulent territory. Not for the faint of heart - this is a modern powerhouse that exudes authority and midnight intrigue.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Savage Spell EDP
This chases the licorice-spice-amber intensity of Dior Sauvage Elixir well in the opening hours, though the original's near-overkill sillage and 10-plus hour longevity are hard for any dupe at this price to fully match.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How they compare
Sauvage Elixir Parfum A Savage Spell EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Savage Spell EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lavender 100% vs 38%
Nutmeg 27% vs 31%
Cinnamon 26% vs 37%
Cardamom 24% vs 30%
Licorice 23% vs 30%
Grapefruit 20% vs 31%
Amber 20% vs 36%
Patchouli 17% vs 36%
Vetiver 17% vs 27%
Only in Sauvage Elixir
Sandalwood 21%
Shared Notes
Nutmeg 27% vs 31%
Cinnamon 26% vs 37%
Grapefruit 20% vs 31%
Only in Sauvage Elixir
Cardamom 25%
Shared Notes
Lavender 100% vs 38%
Only in Savage Spell
Cardamom 31% Licorice 31%
Shared Notes
Amber 20% vs 36%
Patchouli 17% vs 36%
Vetiver 17% vs 27%
Only in Sauvage Elixir
Licorice 23% Sandalwood 21%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Sauvage Elixir Savage Spell
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Potent
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sauvage Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The powerful spicy-woody and amber heart makes this perfect for cold to cool weather, where it can project fully without becoming overwhelming. Fall and winter are ideal, but it can work in spring nights; it is too rich and intense for most summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its boldness and opulence suit formal events or nights out, where presence is desired. It can be seductive for dates but risks being too assertive for office or casual use and is unsuitable for sports.

Savage Spell

Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Autumn

A dense spice-licorice-amber composition is built for cold weather and evening intensity.

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Too potent and spicy for daytime office wear, it suits nights out and dressed-up occasions instead.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
75%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Lavender, Vetiver, Amber

Key Differences

Without sandalwood

Where to buy

Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Savage Spell EDP

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