Question 1

What's the difference between Cashmere Oud and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Cashmere Oud is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Habibi NY (2024) dominated by Oud 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: Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber, Soft Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Cashmere Oud or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Cashmere Oud scores 4.30/5 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 Cashmere Oud and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber, Soft Spicy, Patchouli. 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, Cashmere Oud 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 Cashmere Oud vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Cashmere Oud scores highest for fall wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Cashmere Oud leans evening, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Cashmere Oud vs Sauvage Elixir

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to Cashmere Oud (5)

Unique to Sauvage Elixir (6)

Shared Accords (4)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	Cashmere Oud	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Habibi NY	Dior
Year	2024	2021
Rating	4.30	4.31
Concentration	—	Elixir
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	9	10