5
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Sauvage Eau Forte
masculine
Created by Francis Kurkdjian
Sauvage Eau Forte by Dior is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men. This is a new fragrance. Sauvage Eau Forte was launched in 2024. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Kurkdjian. Top notes are Spices and Elemi resin; middle note is Lavender; base notes are Musk and Woody Notes. Sauvage Eau Forte by Dior is a fresh and spicy fougère fragrance. This innovative scent features an alcohol-free formula, blending cold spices, bleached lavender, and musky woods. The fragrance is inspired by the symbolic power of water, creating a highly concentrated and milky-colored eau. "The emblematic freshness of Sauvage intensified and extended by the power of water. A striking blend of cold spices and blanched lavender, deepened by the strength of musky woods in an exclusive water-based formula." Available in bottles of 60 and 100 ml.
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Fragrance Notes
Best Season
79%
Win
100%
Spr
82%
Sum
98%
Fall
Day & Night
99%
Day
80%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
2,611 votes
2.42
Love it
45017%
Like it
36814%
OK
25410%
Dislike
33913%
Hate it
1.2k46%
Community Insights
NegativeBased on 14 community opinions from Reddit
3.5
/ 10 community score
The community opinion on Sauvage Eau Forte is predominantly negative, with most users questioning why Dior released it. While one defender praises its longevity and quality, the majority finds it unimpressive and unnecessarily musky. Concerns also extend to new creative director Francis Kurkdjian's direction for Dior fragrances, with many worried about reformulations and perceived price increases.
Strengths
- Good longevity (lasts all day)
- Beautiful projection and presence
- High quality for a designer fragrance
- Stands out from typical designer offerings
Weaknesses
- Too musky for many wearers
- Questionable release decision
- Feels like a cash grab by new creative direction
- Underwhelming compared to previous Dior fragrances
Best for
All-day wearThose who appreciate musky scents
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
