The name of the fragrance is reputedly the result of a late arrival by Christian Dior's friend Percy Savage to Dior's home. Dior had asked Savage to help find a name for a perfume for men. When Savage arrived, he was announced by Dior's butler as "Monsieur Sauvage"; the designer decided that "Oh, Sauvage" would be a fitting name.[4]
On its release, advertisements for the perfume featured French actor Alain Delon.[5]
Scent and notes
Eau Sauvage by Dior is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for men. Eau Sauvage was launched in 1966. The nose behind this fragrance is Edmond Roudnitska. Top notes are Lemon, Bergamot, Basil, Rosemary, Caraway and Fruity Notes; middle notes are Jasmine, Coriander, Carnation, Patchouli, Orris Root, Sandalwood, Rose, Lavender and Hedione; base notes are Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk and Amber.[6]
References
^Savigneau, Josyane (17 October 2013). "Un parfum de Grasse". Le Monde (in French). La Vie-Le Monde. Retrieved 15 November 2013.