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Versace · Sold as masculine
Black Jeans
The quiet confidence of a perfectly fitting pair of black jeans, where each layer reveals a new nuance — crisp and fresh at first touch, richly complex with every wear.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Black JeansMid-range · $40–100
48%Similar accords, often for lessNoora Onyx · Swiss ArabianBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 22 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
Black Jeans by Versace was launched in 1997 with a composition that defies easy categorization. Perfumer Lucien Piquet crafted this Woody Floral Musk fragrance to balance the freshness of citrus and aromatic herbs against rich florals and deep leather notes. The scent opens with ginger, tarragon, and lemon verbena, bringing an unexpected spiciness and brightness. As it settles into a heart of rose, geranium, and jasmine, the composition takes on a more complex character, evolving further into a base of cedar, vetiver, and tonka bean that reads as earthy and warm. This fragrance is not just about the notes themselves but how they interact to create a dynamic olfactory experience.
Black Jeans projects best when applied in layers. Start with one light spray to let the citrus and aromatic notes shine through, then build up with additional sprays as needed throughout the day. The leather base will develop slowly but lastingly, making this scent ideal for an evening out where you want something that evolves over time.
Fig. 01 — Black Jeans, Versace
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Lucien Piquet
Lucien Piquet is a perfumer known for creating Black Jeans by Versace, launched in 1997.
Designer Versace
More from the house · founded 1978 · Italy
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 46%, disliked or hated by 14%.