King Charles III’s Favourite Cologne
We were curious to discover King Charles III’s favourite cologne when over 18 million people tuned in to ITV to watch the Coronation on Saturday, May 6, 2023.
We watched the ceremony of our new King’s inauguration at Westminster Abbey, the same place where our Queen, Elizabeth II, lay to rest.
Related article: What perfume did Queen Elizabeth wear
You don’t need to be a fan of the Royals or a prominent royalist to appreciate the work and effort in organising such a big event.
It was a traditional affair, with the Coronation taking place in a stunning location and a few changes from our late Queen’s original crowning in 1953. In this current and shorter service, multiple faiths and cultures were represented across the U.K.
It was undoubtedly a ceremony worth watching, even if you dipped in and out and watched the highlights like myself.
Several clients showed it on the TV in their homes so I could watch several parts of the day.
The Princess of Wales looked as stunning as ever in an embroidered Ivory silk crêpe gown designed by Alexander McQueen and a deep blue silk satin floor-length Coronation robe.
Topped with a headpiece that any young girl would be honoured to wear, she omitted elegance.
We also have to mention Prince Louis of Wales. This cheeky chap’s pure joy on every occasion lifts a smile to everyone’s face.
From covering his ears when the Red Arrows flew over the palace on the late Queen’s birthday to his gorgeous facial expressions that stole the show at the King’s Coronation.
The five-year-old certainly knows how to entertain the crowds; we think he is adorable.
The layers of the golden robe ( called the Supertunica) the King wore were impressive and quite a weight to carry.
It weighs around 2kg (4.4lb). It was a stunning material, and we could even see from the King’s face how heavy it was without the 17th-century St Edwards crown to wear.
Made of solid gold, the crown weighs almost 5lb, and it has a collection of sapphires, rubies, tourmaline, and garnets surrounding a velvet cap and ermine band.
It is a stunning masterpiece that will always stand out for future generations. Late in the ceremony, King Charles III was seen to be wearing a lighter version, the Imperial State Crown.
Christine Dior
There are few of us who haven’t heard of Christian Dior, the French fashion couturier born on January 21, 1905, and who founded the company Dior on December 16, 1946.
They are one of the most iconic perfume and clothing fashion houses today. They create their unique clothing style and produce some of the most famous fragrances in the world.
Many celebrities are known to wear their scents and endorse them.
Famous women such as Jennifer Aniston and Sienna Miller have also been known for wearing the renowned fashion house wardrobe.
After Dior’s death in 1957 from a massive heart attack, another famous name in the fashion world, Yves St Laurent, was left to take over and keep the brand alive.
He was only 21 at the time but was happy to carry on Dior’s legacy until he was called to serve in the French army in 1960, at which point he was released.
Marc Bohan replaced YSL, alongside other famous designers who introduced handbags and shoes to the world-famous fashion house.
Christian Dior prided himself on being a couturier and having a desire for the perfume industry, so he created his first perfume, Miss Dior, in 1947.
In 2017, Dior reincarnated the original Miss Dior Eau de Parfum for women, a scent that is still hugely popular today. The American actress Natalie Portman has been the face of Miss Dior since 2010. The original Miss Dior perfume was a tribute to the designer’s sister, Catherine Dior.
King Charles III’s favourite cologne
We have covered several celebrities on the website and their favourite scent, so once our King was crowned, I was curious to find out what scent our new heir to the throne likes to use.
Many famous faces have a signature scent, and Charles is no exception.
Knowing how big the fragrance house has become, it’s little surprise that our King would choose one of Dior’s iconic fragrances as his signature scent.
Eau Sauvage by Dior is a gorgeous, citrus-scented, and aromatic fragrance for men. It was released in 1966 and was the first fragrance for men from the House of Dior.
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Christian Dior Eau Sauvage Eau De Cologne 50ml
Top notes: lemon, bergamot, basil, caraway, rosemary, fruit notes
Middle notes: jasmine, carnation, coriander, patchouli, orris root, sandalwood, rose, hedione, lavender
Base notes: oakmoss, vetiver, musk, amber
The fresh scent from this bottle is clean and lemony, which balances out the woody and earthy notes that many men love.
The bottle’s royal style is evident from its gold-grooved design and silver belt and cap.
Its wonderful selection of fragrance notes gives it a legendary feel and a crisp freshness that complements its floral notes.
Many users have commented that it is a suitable unisex cologne, with a crisp, solid and soft woody scent as the base notes pop through.
This scent is suitable for the older man, ideal for everyday use, and perfect for our King in his royal duties. It is not to be confused with Dior Sauvage, a bottle with a similar name that has more spicy and more robust fragrance notes.
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Conclusion:
The captivating story behind this cologne is a testament to the enduring allure of fine fragrances and their ability to evoke emotions and memories.
As we immerse ourselves in the aromatic world of King Charles III’s favourite cologne, we are reminded of the powerful connection between scent and personal identity, which transcends time and leaves an indelible mark on history.
If you want to smell like a King and love citrus and fruity notes with a touch of masculine base notes, try Eau de Sauvage for yourself.
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6 Comments
Wallace
Thank you for sharing this captivating blog post about King Charles III’s favorite cologne. It’s fascinating to learn about the fragrance preferences of influential figures like royalty. Eau Sauvage by Dior seems to be a fitting choice for our new king, with its timeless blend of citrus, fruity, and woody notes. The description of the scent and its regal packaging truly convey a sense of elegance and sophistication.
I can imagine how this fragrance adds a touch of majesty to King Charles III’s royal duties. It’s intriguing to see how perfume plays a role in personal style and identity, even for those in positions of power.
Overall I appreciate the insights provided in the blog and the opportunity to discover new fragrances. Keep up the great work!
Louise Allen
Hello Wallace,
Absolutely, I think we are often fascinated with what perfumes and colognes celebrities wear on a day-to-day basis, even the ones that they don’t endorse themselves.
After watching our Coronation here in the UK, I was curious to find out what taste in fragrance our King has and he has picked a good choice and an affordable one too, unlike many celebrities and Royals.
It is a very popular and wearable scent that will suit many males. Sometimes we forget how important it is to choose the right fragrance and how it plays a part in the way we express ourselves, the clothes we wear and our personality.
Thank you for reading my article.
Dominic
Hi Louise, I definitely agree the perfume Christian Dior Eau Sauvage is the perfect fit for King Charles III with its classic, elegant and evergreen design, with its fresh scent of woody and earthy notes. I am just a 40-year-old bloke perfume enthusiast but would you recommend the perfume Eau Sauvage for me or maybe you have something more suitable for someone like me? I consider myself a tech-savvy guy starting to feel the so-called “mid-life crises” part of my life now.
Louise Allen
Hello Dominic,
Yes the Dior Eau Sauvage is the perfect scent for the King. A classic fragrance that never goes out of fashion.
You sound like a very modern man that would suit a very modern fragrance. There is no reason why Dior wouldn’t be a fit for you, but have you ever tried Tom Ford’s Lost Cherry?
I love the versatility that this scent brings and with fragrance notes of black cherry, Tonka bean and almond, it has a warm and spicy feel that suits both men and women.
Another favourite fragrance for men is Aventus by Creed. If you like more fruity notes with ginger and pink pepper and bass notes that include musk, birch and Tonka bean, I would definitely give this bottle a try.
Did you know the FM WORLD sell designer inspired fragrances? You can buy any of the above and even try samples. We have around 80-90 scents for men and they contain 20% pure perfume oil so your fragrance lasts all day.
You can take a look at the online shop here.
Thanks for reading!
Ruachal
This article really opened to me the world of fragrances in quite an enlightening way.
I do have few questions. You have written quite extensively on King Charles exquisite choice of taste, having chosen the Eau de Sauvage cologne as his signature scent. I would now definitely keep that on my list of gifts to treat a special friend of mine, and experience that Kingly scents of royalty around me 🙂
I am curious though. You mention in your article some users have commented about the Eau de Sauvage being suitable as a unisex cologne. With the wide range of Dior perfumes for woman that is available, is there a specific one you would recommend that is an equivalent to the Eau De Sauvage, a perfume with a softer feminine tone, specifically for the ladies wanting to feel like a queen to their king :)?
Someone have gifted me once with a very rare European unisex perfume and it was divine, but I still prefer a fragrance with a distinct feminine tone. So, I am wondering if Queen Camilla also have a specific signature scent that would be something we ladies may want to explore, something more complementary to the Eau de Sauvage?
Louise Allen
Hello Ruachal,
Absolutely! Dior’s Eau de Sauvage is hugely popular for so many men and a very wearable scent. Yes, some have said it could be suitable as a unisex fragrance, even though it hasn’t been created as one.
These days, anything goes when it comes to fragrances and there are many women who actually prefer wearing male fragrances compared to the choice of women’s scents out there.
I would say that Dior’s J’adore is the perfect fragrance for women to feel and smell like a Queen alongside their King.
It has a wonderful combination of fruity and floral notes that balance out the more spicy scent of Dior Eau de Sauvage, that has more pepper, patchouli, geranium and lavender notes.
Appreciate your comment, thanks for reading!