John-Varvatos

Artisan Blu

for men

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Artisan Blu

Fragrance notes

How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).

Aromatic 100%
Fresh Spicy 92%
Citrus 78%
Woody 75%
Green 74%
Fresh 56%
Herbal 52%
Lavender 46%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, and Citrus) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus, and Woody among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.

Projection

With Aromatic, Fresh Spicy, Citrus, and Woody among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.

Overview

Artisan BlubyJohn Varvatosis a fragrance for men.Artisan Bluwas launched in 2016. Top notes are Basil, Bergamot, Chayote, Lavender and Bitter Orange; middle notes are Palmarosa, Geranium, Orange Blossom, Clary Sage and Iris; base notes are Pine, Cedar, Pistachio, Tamarisk and Patchouli.John Varvatos truly provides something unique and characteristic to the world of perfumes. I really like his fragrances, bottles, and his unconventional but elegant fashion style that he intertwined into his collection of perfumes. It is unique, contemporary and of high quality. Commercial, yet so special. It plays on shades and materials, which is reflected perfectly in his latest composition, Artisan Blu. This year, Varvatos provides contrast with marine masculine fragrance, which is wearable, comfortable and sophisticated.According to the official announcement, top notes feature bergamot, lavender, basil, bitter orange and chayote (edible fruit from the family of melons and cucumbers). The heart corporate geranium, palmarosa, iris, orange blossom absolute and clary sage, while the base combines cedar, patchouli, pine, resin from pistachio and tamarisk wood. It was characterized as aromatic-citrusy.John Varvatos Artisan Blu arrived in sales in early 2016, and is available as 125ml Eau de Toilette.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is Artisan Blu office-safe?
Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
Best season
Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
Where to try it
Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.