Question 1

What's the difference between Bold Instinct and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Bold Instinct is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from David Beckham (2020) dominated by Warm Spicy 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, Fresh Spicy, Cinnamon, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Bold Instinct or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bold Instinct scores 3.82/5 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 Bold Instinct and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 4 accords, including Warm Spicy, Fresh Spicy, Cinnamon, Woody, Cinnamon. 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, Bold Instinct 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 Bold Instinct vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Bold Instinct scores highest for fall wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Bold Instinct leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Bold Instinct vs Sauvage Elixir

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (4)

Μοναδικές στο Bold Instinct (5)

Μοναδικές στο Sauvage Elixir (6)

Κοινά ακόρντα (4)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Sauvage Elixir

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Χαρακτηριστικό	Bold Instinct	Sauvage Elixir
Οίκος	David Beckham	Dior
Έτος	2020	2021
Βαθμολογία	3.82	4.31
Συγκέντρωση	—	Elixir
Φύλο	masculine	masculine
Σύνολο νοτών	9	10