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Home Fragrances John Varvatos Artisan Artisan Black
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Eau de toilette

John Varvatos Artisan Black

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Fragrance information:

The world first encountered Artisan Black by John Varvatos in 2010. By character, a masculine fragrance drawing from the citrus and east families. The duo John Varvatos and Rodrigo Flores-Roux brought this fragrance to life. By character, it falls into the citrus, spicy, and whiteflower groups. The palette of this fragrance is exceptionally rich: traces of wood can also be found — a rare combination that makes this perfume truly one of a kind. Created within the Artisan collection and available in eau de toilette.

The sillage is delicate — an intimate cloud that stays close to the skin. The longevity of this fragrance is moderate — exactly what most occasions call for. The birthplace of this fragrance — the United States, a place with a refined nose. Artisan Black John Varvatos — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and boys
Middle fragrance longevity

The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression

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Sillage
Weak

A subtle trail—just a hint of fragrance

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de toilette

A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne

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Fragrance seasonality
Autumn - Winter

Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The olfactory structure of Artisan Black unfolds as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow smoothly and sequentially. The signature of John Varvatos is clear from the opening to the final trail. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de toilette supports the depth and body this composition needs.

The accord architecture is driven by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Fruit and Musc forming a compact and readable structure. Secondary accord layers such as Wood, Powdery, Amber and Leather add depth to the backdrop. The stylistic positioning is masculine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. In wear duration Middle points to a sustained drydown presence.

In the top tier you detect invigorating sunny top notes: Lemon, Red Orange, Tangerine and Watermelon.

When the opening settles you notice Coriander, Ginger, Jasmine, Neroli and Orange blossom holding a spicy-aromatic direction.

At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Citrus, Spicy, Whiteflower and Wood. The framework further includes Fruit, Floral, Ambery and Leather.

Overall Artisan Black holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory.

Perfumers

Gender Male
Brand John Varvatos
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country United States
Website http://www.johnvarvatosfragrance.com
Year of production 2010
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Revlon

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Lemon
Lemon
Note photo Red Orange
Red Orange
Note photo Tangerine
Tangerine
Note photo Coriander
Coriander
Note photo Ginger
Ginger
Note photo Jasmine
Jasmine
Note photo Ambergris
Ambergris
Note photo Iris
Iris
Note photo Kephalis
Kephalis

Top notes

Lemon Red Orange Tangerine Watermelon

Heart notes

Coriander Ginger Jasmine Neroli Orange blossom

Base notes

Ambergris Iris Kephalis Leather accord Patchouli Vetiver Woody Accord musk

Families

Family Citrus Citrus
Family East East

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
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Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Imperceptible
2
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
67%
Unisex
33%
Female
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What kind of event
Date
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Wedding
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Sport
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Sleep
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For party
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For every day
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Sex
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For Holiday
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Theatre
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Office
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For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
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Spring
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Summer
Summer
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Autumn
Autumn
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For what style / mood
Casual
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Gala
50%
Classic
50%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
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For what age
under 18
17%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
0%
36-45 years
67%
46+ years old
17%
Any
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On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
50%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
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Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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On the chest
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On the wrist
33%
On the knees
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On the back of the neck
33%
Behind the ears
33%
On the elbow
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On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
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On clothes
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
50%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
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3-4 atomisations
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4-5 sprays
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Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
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Exoticism
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Luxury
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Euphoria
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Passion
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Joy
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Calm
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Excitement
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Sadness
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Effect
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Leaves indifferent
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Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
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Spray
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Packaging quality
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No Varvatos fragrance should be bought without testing. They are very capricious, and it's not always clear how exactly they will unfold on the skin. Artisan Black, for example, sounds simply amazing on warm skin - sweet notes and tart citrus with ginger create an incredible effect. But on cold skin, too much green vetiver appears, which might not appeal to everyone
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My ex-husband had this perfume, his friends brought it from America. It turns out that this brand is very popular in the USA, and I didn't even know about it. The scent starts with a bright grapefruit, seems to give off orange too. Spices and ginger are also clearly audible. Overall, the scent is quite pleasant, with an interesting sharpness. Perfect for summer 🌞
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I haven't had a chance to get acquainted with the classic version, but I've already tried several flankers and am choosing one for my husband. The bottles look very appealing, but the scents aren't all that smooth. Longevity, alas, was disappointing - they quickly disappear from the skin. The scent itself is interesting, lively, and distinctly masculine. The opening is sharp, with citrus and ginger notes that soften slightly as it develops, but don't lose their masculinity. Later, it transforms into a citrus-spicy scent with a slightly rough leather accord. Overall, not bad, but my favorite is still something else)))
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