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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a bit of a mixed bag; it tries to be Sauvage, and for some, it just about hits the mark, offering a budget-friendly dupe. Yet, for others, it falls short, delivering a sweeter, less impactful version that lacks the original's punch.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 17% | 18% |
| Floral | 8% | 8% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 6% | 6% |
| Sweet | 5% | 4% |
| Warm | 25% | 24% |
| Woody | 18% | 20% |
| Earthy | 12% | 12% |
| Animalic | 6% | 5% |
| Fresh | 26% | 26% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its fresh spicy and aromatic profile lends itself well to casual and everyday wear. While not overly strong, the distinct character might be a bit much for a formal setting but works for some date scenarios.
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus accords and Bergamot, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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