Artisan
citrus up front, then white floral, settling into sweet.
About
Artisan by John Varvatos is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for men. Artisan was launched in 2009. Artisan was created by John Varvatos and Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Top notes are Clementine, Tangerine, Marjoram and Thyme; middle notes are Orange Blossom, Ginger, Lavender and Jasmine; base notes are Musk, Woodsy Notes and Amber.…
Noses: Rodrigo Flores-Roux · John Varvatos
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More John Varvatos picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Artisan smell like?
citrus up front, then white floral, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: citrus, white floral, sweet.
What notes are in Artisan?
Top: Clementine, Tangerine, Marjoram, Thyme. Heart: Orange Blossom, Ginger, Lavender, Jasmine. Base: Musk, Woodsy Notes, Amber.
How long does Artisan last?
Wearers tag this as soft. Expect 2–4 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Artisan loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Artisan best for?
Summer is the top pick (47%). Spring is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Artisan?
Day wear leads at 84%. Night is a secondary pick at 16%.
Is Artisan for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 44% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Artisan?
Composed by Rodrigo Flores-Roux and John Varvatos. Released in 2009.
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