John Varvatos Artisan Forest

Notes, performance and price

John Varvatos Artisan Forest is a masculine aromatic, woody, green and citrus fragrance, released in 2025.

It opens with Tangelo, Fig Leaf, Rosemary and Galbanum, a heart of Violet Leaf, Fig, Buchu or Agathosma and Artemisia, and dries down to Cedarwood, Amber, Patchouli and Vetiver.

On skin it lasts around 5 hours, projects 6/10, leaves 3/10 sillage.

John Varvatos Artisan Forest is a cheaper alternative to

• John Varvatos Artisan Costiero — see its dupes
• Atelier Cologne Clémentine California
• Pierre Guillaume Paris Hyperessence Matale 12

Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 5 scent-matched alternatives to John Varvatos Artisan Forest.

• Fragrance World Varakh Silver

  Evokes the vibrant green and aromatic woods found in John Varvatos Artisan Forest, leaning into a similar fresh-spicy character.

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Frequently asked questions about John Varvatos Artisan Forest

What does John Varvatos Artisan Forest smell like?

John Varvatos Artisan Forest is a masculine aromatic, woody, green and citrus fragrance, released in 2025. It opens with Tangelo, Fig Leaf, Rosemary and Galbanum, a heart of Violet Leaf, Fig, Buchu or Agathosma and Artemisia, and dries down to Cedarwood, Amber, Patchouli and Vetiver.

How long does John Varvatos Artisan Forest last?

On skin, John Varvatos Artisan Forest lasts around 5 hours on skin, projects 6/10, leaves 3/10 sillage.

What smells similar to John Varvatos Artisan Forest?

The closest alternative to John Varvatos Artisan Forest is Fragrance World Varakh Silver with an estimated similarity of 83%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.

Which John Varvatos Artisan Forest dupe is cheapest?

Ulric de Varens Varensia White, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 45% less than John Varvatos Artisan Forest.

Which John Varvatos Artisan Forest dupe lasts longest?

Afnan Rare Reef, at about 7h on skin, against about 5h for John Varvatos Artisan Forest.

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