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Which Should You Buy?
Match Fragrances' interpretation of Dior's Sauvage (2015) - the François Demachy bergamot-ambroxan composition that became the best-selling men's fragrance of the late 2010s, here translated into a bergamot-pepper opening over Sichuan pepper and lavender into an ambroxan-cedar close. Honest dupe-fidelity for daytime and casual wear at a fraction of the designer price.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 18% | 23% |
| Floral | 8% | 7% |
| Fruity | 2% | 3% |
| Green | 6% | 6% |
| Sweet | 4% | 3% |
| Warm | 24% | 16% |
| Woody | 20% | 20% |
| Earthy | 12% | 9% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 26% | 34% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The bergamot-ambroxan lift and aromatic heart carry strongest in spring, summer and autumn. Winter works for indoor wear but feels less complete than warm-weather contexts.
Occasions
A fresh-spicy masculine with broad sillage is made for casual day wear, office and date. Sport works in cooler weather. Versatile across most daytime contexts.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Citrus, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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