Artisan Pure
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Artisan Pure by John Varvatos is a Citrus fragrance for men. Artisan Pure was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Top notes are Clementine, Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Thyme and Marjoram; middle notes are Petitgrain and Ginger; base notes are Woody Notes, Musk, Orris Root…
Nose: Rodrigo Flores-Roux
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Clementine, Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Thyme, Marjoram
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 woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- 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 Pure smell like?
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Artisan Pure?
Top: Clementine, Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Bergamot, Thyme, Marjoram. Heart: Petitgrain, Ginger. Base: Woody Notes, Musk, Orris Root, Amber.
How long does Artisan Pure last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Artisan Pure loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Artisan Pure best for?
Summer is the top pick (51%). Spring is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Artisan Pure?
Day wear leads at 87%. Night is a secondary pick at 13%.
Is Artisan Pure for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 46% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Artisan Pure?
Composed by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Released in 2017.
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