Question 1

What's the difference between 140 Blue and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

140 Blue is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Michael Malul London (2020) dominated by Fruity accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 4 accords: Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Lavender.

Question 2

Which is better, 140 Blue or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 140 Blue scores 3.75/5 vs Sauvage Elixir at 4.31/5. Sauvage Elixir's standout strength: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 140 Blue and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Woody, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Lavender, Lavender. Sauvage Elixir: Sauvage Elixir is a polarizing fragrance with confirmed multiple reformulations that have weakened its legendary performance, especially in 2024-2025 batches.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 140 Blue or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Sauvage Elixir: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 140 Blue vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

140 Blue scores highest for summer wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. 140 Blue leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

140 Blue vs Sauvage Elixir

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to 140 Blue (10)

Unique to Sauvage Elixir (6)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	140 Blue	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Michael Malul London	Dior
Year	2020	2021
Rating	3.75	4.31
Concentration	—	Elixir
Gender	masculine	masculine
Total Notes	14	10