The Best Dior Sauvage Dupe in the UK: An Honest Review
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Short answer: The closest Dior Sauvage dupe in the UK is Leclair & Moreau's No. 179 — a vegan, cruelty-free, UK-made Eau de Parfum that recreates the fresh, spicy ambroxan and bergamot profile of Dior's original, from just £4.95 instead of around £80.
Dior Sauvage is one of the best-selling men's fragrances in the world — fresh, spicy and instantly recognisable. If you want that signature without paying full designer price, a dupe delivers the same vibe for far less.
What does Dior Sauvage smell like?
Sauvage is a fresh, spicy fragrance built around a big ambroxan-and-bergamot signature. The key notes are:
- Top: bergamot and pepper — fresh and zesty
- Heart: Sichuan pepper, lavender and star anise — aromatic and spicy
- Base: ambroxan, cedar and labdanum — clean, ambery and radiant
The result is a crisp, versatile scent that's easy to wear day or night, in any season.
Dior Sauvage vs Leclair & Moreau No. 179
| Feature | Dior Sauvage (original) | Leclair & Moreau No. 179 |
|---|---|---|
| Scent family | Fresh / spicy / amber | Fresh / spicy / amber (inspired by) |
| Key notes | Bergamot, pepper, ambroxan, cedar | Bergamot, pepper, ambroxan, cedar |
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Vegan & cruelty-free | Not specified | Yes — 100% vegan & cruelty-free |
| Made in | France | United Kingdom |
| Price | From around £80 | From £4.95 |
How close is the dupe?
What No. 179 captures is Sauvage's clean, radiant ambroxan freshness and peppery-bergamot opening — the parts that make it so recognisable in a crowd. It opens fresh and zesty and dries down clean and ambery. Longevity and projection are strong for the price, and most people find it a very convincing everyday stand-in.
Who is it for?
Ideal for anyone who wants a fresh, crowd-pleasing everyday scent without the designer outlay — office-friendly, date-friendly and easy to reach for. It leans masculine but is widely enjoyed.
How much is it and where can I buy it?
No. 179 starts at just £4.95, with larger sizes available, and ships free across the UK on orders over £19.99. You can shop the Dior Sauvage dupe here, or try it in a discovery set first.
Frequently asked questions
Is No. 179 a good dupe for Dior Sauvage?
Yes — it recreates the signature fresh ambroxan and bergamot profile as an Eau de Parfum, and it's the closest affordable Sauvage alternative we offer, from £4.95.
Is it vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes. Every Leclair & Moreau fragrance, including No. 179, is 100% vegan, cruelty-free and made in the UK.
How long does it last?
As an Eau de Parfum it offers strong longevity and projection for the price, typically lasting through the day.
How much cheaper is it than Dior Sauvage?
Sauvage starts at around £80, while No. 179 starts at £4.95 — the same fresh signature for far less.
Disclaimer: Leclair & Moreau is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Dior. “Dior Sauvage” is a trademark of its respective owner, referenced here only to describe the scent profile our fragrance is inspired by.