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VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer (2017): Notes, Reviews & Rating | Noteboxd

Fragrances/The Greek Perfumer/VARONOS

VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer

Fragrance / 2017

The Greek Perfumer

VARONOS

UNISEX

7.1/ 1011 ratings

CitrusLeatherSmoky

animalic

aromatic

Released: 2017
Family: Not recorded
Perfumer: Giorgos Papahatzis

VARONOSThe Greek Perfumer

Overview Notes Similar Reviews

Get to know the fragrance

Inside the scent.

The notes

Top notes

Black Pepper Cloves

Heart notes

Base notes

Notes describe scent impressions. Unclassified notes stay separate from the pyramid.

The character

Citrus

Leather

Smoky

animalic

aromatic

cinnamon

fresh spicy

warm spicy

Recorded accords. Strength is shown only where it is available.

How it wears+

Performance

How it wears

Longevity4.9 / 10

Sillage4.2 / 10

Value6.3 / 10

Community votes

Seasons

Spring

Summer

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Winter

Day33%

Night100%

Audience skew

Male25%
Female25%
Unisex50%

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Ratings & reviews

Community

7.1/10

Very Good

11 ratings

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Giorgos Papahatzis

Where to find it+

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Frequently asked

What does VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer smell like?+

VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer features a layered composition opening with Bergamot, Black Pepper, and Cloves at the top, Sandalwood and Cinnamon at the heart, Musk and Leather in the base. The overall character is citrus, leather, smoky.

What are the notes in VARONOS?+

Top notes: Bergamot, Black Pepper, and Cloves. Heart notes: Sandalwood and Cinnamon. Base notes: Musk and Leather.

Is VARONOS for men or women?+

VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer is designed for both men and women (unisex).

Who created VARONOS?+

VARONOS was created by Giorgos Papahatzis for The Greek Perfumer.

When was VARONOS released?+

VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer was launched in 2017.

What fragrances are similar to VARONOS?+

Fragrances similar to VARONOS include Varros by Particle, Vespero by Jeroboam, John Varvatos XX by John Varvatos, Giano by Ligyes, based on shared notes and scent profile.

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VARONOS by The Greek Perfumer is a fragrance for women and men. VARONOS was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Giorgos Papahatzis. Top notes are Cloves, Black Pepper and Bergamot; middle notes are Cinnamon and Sandalwood; base notes are Leather and Musk. "Self confidence, audacity, strength, freedom! JOURNAPER PERFUMES is stalking the patio of Barone de Benevale in Piano di Sorrento! The intrigues, passions, plots and secrets, unite and simultaneously divide this aristocratic family. The emblematic version of #VARONOS finds its inspiration and creates the most enchanting perfume! From the guilty darkness to the light of freedom, from its granite arrogance, to the most fragile ends, what is the revelation? VARONOS is an unconventional knight with a generous heart. Just trust him!" - a note from the brand.