Question 1

What's the difference between Under the Stars and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Under the Stars is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Maison Martin Margiela (2023) dominated by Leather accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 3 accords: Fresh Spicy, Amber, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Under the Stars or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Under the Stars scores 3.48/5 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 Under the Stars and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. 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, Under the Stars 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 Under the Stars vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Under the Stars scores highest for winter wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Under the Stars leans evening, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Under the Stars vs Sauvage Elixir

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Uniek voor Under the Stars (4)

Uniek voor Sauvage Elixir (10)

Gedeelde akkoorden (3)

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Community-sentimentpuls — Sauvage Elixir

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Eigenschap	Under the Stars	Sauvage Elixir
Merk	Maison Martin Margiela	Dior
Jaar	2023	2021
Beoordeling	3.48	4.31
Concentratie	—	Elixir
Geslacht	feminine	masculine
Totaal noten	4	10