Is Lidl Homme a dupe of Dior Sauvage?
Sauvage Parfum
| Parfum | Concentration | EDT |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Homme EDT
Sauvage Parfum and Lidl's Homme share a similar DNA, but cater to different needs. Sauvage offers a richer, smoother, and more refined experience with creamy woods and vanilla adding depth. Homme, on the other hand, is a brighter, more synthetic, and budget-friendly alternative, focusing on a fresh, metallic citrus blast. If you want a sophisticated, long-lasting fragrance with natural ingredients, Sauvage is the choice. If you prioritize value and a straightforward, clean scent for everyday wear, Homme is a surprisingly good option.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a smoother, more refined Sauvage experience.
- You appreciate higher-quality ingredients and better longevity.
- You prefer a fragrance with creamy woods and vanilla.
- You want a more sophisticated and mature scent profile.
- You want a very affordable everyday fragrance.
- You prefer a brighter, more citrus-focused scent.
- You like a clean, metallic freshness.
- You want a simple, no-fuss fragrance.
Sauvage Parfum is a polished evolution of the Sauvage DNA, smoothing the edges with creamy woods and vanilla while retaining the signature freshness. It's bold, inviting, and commands attention with grown-up refinement.
A shockingly competent budget clone of Sauvage, delivering zingy citrus, pepper, and lavender with a metallic-fresh blast. Lively, clean, and assertive - unbeatable value for daily wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The creamy sandalwood, resins, and vanilla give Sauvage Parfum a warm, enveloping character that excels in fall and winter, but the citrus opening allows it to work well in spring. It can be too dense and sweet for the hottest summer days.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and elegant composition make it versatile for dates and casual evenings, while the richness is slightly bold for close-quarters office or sport. It can suit formal events if applied judiciously.
Seasons
The sparkling citrus, pepper, and lavender open bright and crisp, making it excellent for spring and summer. Mild warmth in the base allows some versatility for fall, but the light, fresh profile lacks the heft for winter's cold.
Occasions
Moderate projection and a clean, energetic freshness make this an ideal casual or daily scent for work, errands, or gym. Its synthetic edge is less suited for formal occasions but great for active, modern lifestyles.
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.
Shares 4 of its 11 notes, including Ambroxan, Lavender, Vanilla
Adds cedar and grapefruit, drops elemi and frankincense
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Sauvage Parfum
Check price on
→
→
Refills and gift sets (1)
International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.
Other (1)
International (1)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work