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

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Нийтлэг нот (4)

Bold Instinct-д өвөрмөц (5)

Sauvage Elixir-д өвөрмөц (6)

Нийтлэг аккорд (4)

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Нийгэмлэгийн сэтгэлийн пульс — Sauvage Elixir

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Шинж	Bold Instinct	Sauvage Elixir
Брэнд	David Beckham	Dior
Он	2020	2021
Үнэлгээ	3.82	4.31
Концентраци	—	Elixir
Хүйс	masculine	masculine
Нийт нот	9	10