Question 1

What's the difference between Bois et Cuir and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Bois et Cuir is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Vertus (2015) dominated by Woody 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: Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Bois et Cuir or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Bois et Cuir scores 4.08/5 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 Bois et Cuir and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Grapefruit, Lavender. 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, Bois et Cuir 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 Bois et Cuir vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Bois et Cuir scores highest for spring wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Bois et Cuir leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Bois et Cuir vs Sauvage Elixir

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (5)

Unice pentru Bois et Cuir (14)

Unice pentru Sauvage Elixir (5)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Sauvage Elixir

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Bois et Cuir	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Vertus	Dior
An	2015	2021
Evaluare	4.08	4.31
Concentrație	—	Elixir
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	19	10