John-Varvatos

JV x NJ

for men

JV x NJ smells fresh and airy with aromatic and woody accents, for men who want a clean signature, and feels easy to wear year-round from day to evening.

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JV x NJ

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%
Woody 86%
Fresh Spicy 71%
Citrus 70%
Green 67%
Aquatic 61%
Lavender 60%
Fresh 56%
Soft Spicy 54%
Herbal 51%

Performance

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

Longevity

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

Overview

JV x NJbyJohn Varvatos is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men.JV x NJwas launched in 2018. The nose behind this fragrance is Harry Fremont. Top notes are Cascalone, Mandarin Orange, Lime and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Sage and Hedione; base notes are Clearwood and Sandalwood."Continuing their exclusive collaboration, John Varvatos and Nick Jonas bring forth a new fragrance for men – JVxNJ. Our first collaborative scent, JV x NJ is dynamic and irresistible, capturing the upbeat energy of the city as dusk settles and nightlife comes alive. In the heart of the fragrance, aromatic notes are combined for masculine comfort and a touch of nostalgia, featuring hints of Mandarin, Lavender, and Sandalwood."Top notes: mandarin, leaf of Kaffir lime, pink pepper, cascaloneHeart: lavender, sage, rosemary, mint, hedioneBase: sandalwood, clearwood, ambroz superThe bottle is colored in pearly midnightk-blue lacquer, which resembles the finishing color of classic luxury cars, symbolizing one of the interests that John and Nick share. The advertising campaign is shot by Danny Clinch in New York City.John Varvatos JV x NJ is available as a 75 ml and 125 ml Eau de Toilette.

Quick answers

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

Is JV x NJ 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.

Buying advice in plain language

If you are deciding on JV x NJ, start with wear context instead of hype. Ask where you will use it most: office, casual daytime, or evening social settings. That single choice filters almost every buying decision because freshness, sweetness, and projection read very differently depending on environment.

Then use this page in three steps. First, scan the notes and accord profile to understand the scent direction. Second, check longevity and projection hints to estimate how it may behave on your skin. Third, open one or two comparisons to see trade-offs against similar perfumes. This avoids buying a fragrance that is good in isolation but wrong for your routine.

A practical shortlist is one signature scent plus one contrast option from the same brand family. That gives flexibility without over-collecting. If JV x NJ fits your use case, sample first and compare it with one related option below before committing to a full bottle.