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Dark Rebel Rider

2016Men

woody up front, then amber, settling into leather.

Dark Rebel Rider by John Varvatos is a Leather fragrance for men. Dark Rebel Rider was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Top notes are Aldehydes, Bitter Orange, Marjoram, Saffron and Hyssop; middle notes are Resin, Olibanum, Orris, Tolu Balsam, Black Violet, Rock rose and…

woody amber leather warm spicy

Nose: Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Aldehydes, Bitter Orange, Marjoram, Saffron, Hyssop
Heart· 2–4h
Resin, Olibanum, Orris, Tolu Balsam, Black Violet, Rock rose, Osmanthus
Drydown· 6h+
Russian Leather, Woody Notes, Cacao, Atlas Cedar, Patchouli, Vanila

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

98%

85%

59%

50%

41%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall42%Winter42%Spring13%Summer3%Night74%Day26%Wears male82%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
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Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Dark Rebel Rider smell like?

woody up front, then amber, settling into leather. Dominant accords: woody, amber, leather.

What notes are in Dark Rebel Rider?

Top: Aldehydes, Bitter Orange, Marjoram, Saffron, Hyssop. Heart: Resin, Olibanum, Orris, Tolu Balsam, Black Violet, Rock rose, Osmanthus. Base: Russian Leather, Woody Notes, Cacao, Atlas Cedar, Patchouli, Vanila.

How long does Dark Rebel Rider last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Dark Rebel Rider loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Dark Rebel Rider best for?

Fall is the top pick (42%). Winter is second at 42%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Dark Rebel Rider?

Night wear leads at 74%. Day is a secondary pick at 26%.

Is Dark Rebel Rider for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Dark Rebel Rider?

Composed by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Released in 2016.