Skip to main content

    Side by side

    Bois de Sauge vs. Cuir Velvet

    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Cuir Velvet rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Bois de Sauge vs. Cuir Velvet
    Bois de SaugeCuir Velvet
    ConcentrationEau de ToiletteEau de Toilette
    Launched20202016
    GenderMaleUnisex
    PerfumerSonia ConstantJérôme Epinette
    Best seasonFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Bois de Sauge

    Aromatic
    Woody
    Earthy
    Soft Spicy
    Patchouli

    Cuir Velvet

    Aromatic
    Fresh Spicy
    Lavender
    Citrus
    Marine
    Warm Spicy
    Woody
    Herbal

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Clary Sage
    ChiliGingerLemon
    Heart
    Guaiac Wood
    Elemi ResinGeraniumLavender
    Base
    Patchouli
    SandalwoodAquatic NotesPatchouli

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Bois de Sauge vs. Cuir Velvet
    Bois de SaugeCuir Velvet
    Score3/53.5/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    A male aromatic that earns its keep with three notes that actually listen to each other. No surprises, no drama. Just clary sage, guaiac wood, and patchouli doing exactly what they should.Bois de Sauge
    If you've ever wanted Sauvage's confidence at a fraction of the cost, this is it. The aquatic heart that appears midwear is either a clever twist or a synthetic stumble, community is split.Cuir Velvet