John Varvatos
“John Varvatos by John Varvatos is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a fruity, sponsored composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2004, John Varvatos by John Varvatos is a composition that captures the essence of the brand's sophisticated yet edgy style. The fragrance opens with a fresh spicy and green accord, creating an immediate sense of sharpness and modernity. This freshness quickly transitions into a rich blend of leather and smoky notes, which are underpinned by woody and amber accords. The animalic and sweet elements add depth and warmth, making this scent both rugged and refined.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
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When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance with two sprays; it blooms slowly over time. The fresh spicy notes dissipate quickly, so enjoy the initial impact up close before the deeper leather and amber accords take center stage.
Rodrigo Flores-Roux
Founding perfumer · 55 fragrances
Designer John Varvatos
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The story behind the bottle.
The crisp morning after a late-night adventure — the smell of leather and smoky woods in an urban loft, just as the sun starts to peek through.
Fig. 01 — John Varvatos, John Varvatos
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