What's the difference between Bold As Love and Sauvage Elixir?+
Bold As Love is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Thameen (2024) dominated by Fresh 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: Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Lavender, Woody.
Which is better, Bold As Love or Sauvage Elixir?+
By community rating, Bold As Love scores 3.75/5 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.
Do Bold As Love and Sauvage Elixir smell similar?+
They share 3 notes and 4 accords, including Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Lavender, Woody, Lavender. Sauvage Elixir: Sauvage Elixir is a polarizing fragrance with confirmed multiple reformulations that have weakened its legendary performance, especially in 2024-2025 batches.
Which lasts longer, Bold As Love or Sauvage Elixir?+
Sauvage Elixir: Exceptional longevity and projection when it performs well Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Bold As Love vs Sauvage Elixir?+
Bold As Love scores highest for all seasons wear; Sauvage Elixir scores highest for winter wear. Bold As Love leans daytime, Sauvage Elixir leans evening.
