John Varvatos 2016 EDT

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Artisan Blu

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John Varvatos Artisan Blu is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016. Artisan Blu opens with Bergamot, Bitter Orange, Lavender, and Basil, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Iris, Geranium, and Clary Sage, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Cedar, Patchouli, and Pine. John Varvatos's Artisan Blu carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A clean, green, and unapologetically soapy freshie that's either a budget-friendly delight for warm weather or a disappointing scrub for those expecting more complexity. Don't expect beast mode, but do expect a fresh out of the shower vibe.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Classic
  • Energetic
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Artisan Blu Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and soapy profile makes it ideal for casual wear, the gym, or an office setting where subtlety is key, despite some finding it a bit too mature and lacking in significant projection. It's not a powerhouse, so its versatility leans towards daytime, warm-weather activities.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Bitter Orange
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Artisan Blu opens with a vibrant, herbaceous burst of lavender and basil, sharpened by bitter orange and bergamot. The heart introduces a sophisticated floral blend of iris and orange blossom, cushioned by clary sage. It settles into a clean, woody base where pine and cedar meet an intriguing hint of pistachio, creating a fresh, aromatic trail that's undeniably clean.

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