What's the difference between Woody Sage and L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?+
Woody Sage is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Dossier (2022) dominated by Aromatic accords. L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Givenchy (2021) leaning on White Floral accords. They share 3 accords: Citrus, Woody, Fresh Spicy.
Which is better, Woody Sage or L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?+
By community rating, Woody Sage scores 4.28/5 vs L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge at 4.19/5. On r/fragrance, Woody Sage sits at 7.8/10 (positive) while L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge is 6.5/10 (mixed). Woody Sage's standout strength: Excellent dupe for Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt with very similar scent profile. L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge's standout strength: Unique scent profile with distinctive character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Woody Sage and L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Woody Sage: Dossier's Woody Sage is widely praised as one of the best Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt dupes available, offering superior longevity and projection at a fraction of the price. L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge: L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge receives mixed feedback from the community, with some users expressing genuine love for the fragrance while others find it has an unusual root beer-like quality on their skin.
Which lasts longer, Woody Sage or L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?+
Woody Sage: Better longevity and projection than the original Jo Malone L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge: Decent longevity and performance Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Woody Sage vs L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge?+
Woody Sage scores highest for summer wear; L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge scores highest for winter wear. Woody Sage leans daytime, L'Interdit Eau de Parfum Rouge leans evening.
