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Eau Sauvage (EDT)

1966

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Versions Timeline

1966

Eau Sauvage EDT (Original Release)

2012

Eau Sauvage (2012)

Price Range
$95 – $135

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Edmond Roudnitska

"Eau Sauvage EDT is one of the foundational modern masculine fragrances, introduced by Dior in 1966 and celebrated for its elegant citrus-aromatic profile. Its signature contrasts sparkling lemon and bergamot with green herbs, soft florals, and a dry mossy-woody base. A key part of its historical importance is its famous use of hedione, which helped give the composition an airy, radiant floral lift. The overall effect is fresh, refined, understated, and distinctly classical rather than loud or aggressively modern. Over time, the fragrance has seen reformulations, but the core DNA has consistently remained a polished blend of citrus brightness, floral transparency, and chypre-like sophistication. It remains a benchmark for tasteful warm-weather masculine perfumery."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer
Fall

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Mild
Dry
Hot

Moods

Elegant
Sophisticated
Confident
Fresh
Serene

Occasions

Daily Use
Work
Formal
Meeting
Travel

Fun Facts

Eau Sauvage was created by legendary perfumer Edmond Roudnitska and is widely cited as one of the most influential men's fragrances ever made.

It is famous for its early and prominent use of hedione, an ingredient that became hugely important in modern perfumery.

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Aromatic Profile

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Top Notes
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CitrusGreenFreshSpicyFloralWoodyChypreEarthyAnimalicResinous

What Changed

Original 1966 release created as the first Eau Sauvage, with a more vintage mossy-musky profile than many later reformulations. Early presentations were sold in Eau de Cologne-style/vintage formatting before later EDT-era packaging and formula adjustments.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–54m

lemon
bergamot
basil
rosemary
caraway
fruity notes
Middle Notes

54m–2h 42m

jasmine
coriander
orris root
carnation
patchouli
sandalwood
rose
hedione
lavender
Base Notes

2h 42m–6h

oakmoss
vetiver
musk
amber

Performance

Longevity
60%

Moderate (4-6h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Reviews consistently describe Eau Sauvage EDT as a timeless, gentlemanly citrus-aromatic classic with a particularly beautiful lemon-bergamot opening and refined floral transparency. Wearers often praise its sophistication, cleanliness, and suitability for professional or warm-weather use. Common criticism centers on modest modern performance, with newer bottles often reported as softer than older formulations. Vintage-leaning fans especially appreciate the mossier, muskier, slightly deeper character of early releases.”

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