Question 1

What's the difference between Esperanza 1866 and Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Esperanza 1866 is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Terra Mater (2025) dominated by Sweet accords. Sauvage Elixir is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Dior (2021) leaning on Warm Spicy accords. They share 2 accords: Woody, Warm Spicy.

Question 2

Which is better, Esperanza 1866 or Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Esperanza 1866 scores 4.67/5 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 Esperanza 1866 and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 2 accords, including Woody, Warm Spicy, Patchouli, Amber. 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, Esperanza 1866 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 Esperanza 1866 vs Sauvage Elixir?

Accepted Answer

Esperanza 1866 scores highest for winter wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Esperanza 1866 leans evening, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.

Esperanza 1866 vs Sauvage Elixir

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (2)

Unice pentru Esperanza 1866 (14)

Unice pentru Sauvage Elixir (8)

Acorduri comune (2)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Sauvage Elixir

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Esperanza 1866	Sauvage Elixir
Brand	Terra Mater	Dior
An	2025	2021
Evaluare	4.67	4.31
Concentrație	—	Elixir
Gen	feminine	masculine
Total note	16	10