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Sauvage Very Cool Spray Eau de Parfum bottle Sauvage Very Cool Spray EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2017 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Magnificent Blue Pour Homme Eau de Parfum bottle Magnificent Blue Pour Homme EDP
Our Verdict

While both share the Sauvage DNA, Magnificent Blue offers a smoother, less peppery experience at a budget price. Sauvage Very Cool Spray cranks up the freshness and performance, making it ideal for summer. The key difference lies in the intensity and refinement: Magnificent Blue is an easy-going alternative, while Very Cool Spray is a bolder, more potent interpretation. If you want a safe, affordable daily wear, go with Armaf. If you want a compliment-pulling summer beast, hunt down Dior's discontinued gem.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Sauvage Very Cool Spray if...
  • You want a smoother, less intense Sauvage experience.
  • You are on a budget and want a good value.
  • You prefer a less peppery, more versatile fragrance.
  • You want a safe, inoffensive daily wear.
Choose Magnificent Blue Pour Homme if...
  • You want a beast-mode summer fragrance.
  • You prioritize performance and projection.
  • You love the original Sauvage but want a fresher twist.
  • You want a compliment-pulling fragrance.
Our Verdict - Sauvage Very Cool Spray EDP
This discontinued flanker is the cult classic Sauvage, but for summer. Most reviews rave about its enhanced freshness and beast-mode performance, often preferring it over the original, making its discontinuation a source of widespread frustration. Don't expect subtlety, but do expect compliments.
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Our Verdict - Magnificent Blue Pour Homme EDP
If you're after a Sauvage-esque vibe without the headache-inducing pepper blast, Magnificent Blue is what you need. It's a brighter, smoother take on a familiar crowd-pleaser, delivering solid performance for the price. Just temper your expectations if you're hoping for a Dior dupe.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sauvage Very Cool Spray EDP
Magnificent Blue Pour Homme EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Grapefruit 37% vs 33%
Bergamot 36% vs 35%
Pepper 25% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Lavender 17% vs 19%
Sichuan Pepper 17% vs 20%
Pink Pepper 14% vs 17%
Geranium 13% vs 13%
Patchouli 12% vs 14%
Elemi 12% vs 13%
Only in Sauvage Very Cool Spray
Vetiver 13%
Shared Notes
Cedar 34% vs 36%
Only in Sauvage Very Cool Spray
Ambroxan 65%
Only in Magnificent Blue Pour Homme
Vetiver 33% Amber 30%

Accords

Sauvage Very Cool Spray Magnificent Blue Pour Homme
100%
Fresh Spicy
100%
96%
Citrus
88%
76%
Aromatic
71%
58%
Amber
55%
Woody
57%
50%
Musky
47%
Lavender
45%
46%
Herbal
45%
Fresh Spicy shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
96%
88%
Aromatic shared
76%
71%
58%
Woody shared
55%
57%
50%
Lavender shared
47%
45%
Herbal shared
46%
45%

Performance

Sauvage Very Cool Spray Magnificent Blue Pour Homme
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sauvage Very Cool Spray

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport

Its powerful projection and immense longevity, combined with a fresh and clean scent profile, make it ideal for casual and sport settings where you want to be noticed without overwhelming. It's too assertive for formal events and requires light application for the office, as many commented on its 'beast mode' performance.

Magnificent Blue Pour Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

With its fresh, vibrant, and mass-appealing profile, this is a versatile daily wear. It's suitable for casual outings and can work for the office, though it might be a bit too energetic for very formal settings. Reviews highlight its suitability for warmer conditions and general versatility, but some suggest other options for winter or first dates.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean fresh spicy, citrus, aromatic

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sauvage Very Cool Spray EDP
Magnificent Blue Pour Homme EDP
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