Yesterday I tried Dior - Sauvage at Müller and today La Rive - Extreme Story at dm.
After testing Dior - Sauvage yesterday, I was fascinated by the scent; however, I can't spend that much money on perfume. In search of alternatives, I came across Extreme Story and set out after the many positive reviews and comparisons.
Dior - Sauvage immediately opened a very clear, strong, and well-defined olfactory space upon spraying yesterday, but at the same time, it was very finely decorated. When I sprayed Extreme Story today, I first had the often common biting alcohol smell in my nose that many perfumes have. I was simply disappointed. The scent has a rather undefined sphere. After a few minutes, the story settles down a bit. It remains a really pleasant scent, but it lacks the fullness, strength, and nobility of Dior - Sauvage. After the disappointment, I am now quite satisfied compared to other fragrances in its price range. I will probably buy it. I can't comment on the longevity, but the character of the scent is already noticeably thinner and more superficial, so it will likely be the same with the durability.
All in all, a very good fragrance in its price range, but no comparison to Dior - Sauvage and not better on any level, as it simply does not build the space and potential that a Sauvage has.
