Black Jeans by Versace
Men 1997
Description
Black Jeans by Versace is a woody musky floral fragrance for men. Launched in 1997, the nose behind this composition is Lucien Piquet. The top notes are ginger, tarragon, lavender, lemon, citron and mandarin; the heart notes include geranium, rose, carnation, iris, caraway and jasmine; and the base notes are leather, rosemary, vetiver, cedar, nutmeg and tonka bean.
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In the collection
Leading answer I want it
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What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
240 votes
Season
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228 votes
Time of day
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About Black Jeans
Black Jeans by Versace is a woody musky floral fragrance for men. Launched in 1997, the nose behind this composition is Lucien Piquet. The top notes are ginger, tarragon, lavender, lemon, citron and mandarin; the heart notes include geranium, rose, carnation, iris, caraway and jasmine; and the base notes are leather, rosemary, vetiver, cedar, nutmeg and tonka bean.
Green, herbal and fougère Flowers Spices White flowers Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
105 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
113 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
55 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
48 votes
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7 reviews
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Perhaps the best in the series, but the resale price is absolute madness. It smells modern and characterful, very masculine and spicy. Opens fresh with citrus, lavender and rosemary, moves into a creamy, mysterious heart, and closes with a strange bicarbonate touch. The magic lies in that licorice illusion the blend creates. Lasts 6-7 hours, notably strong at first. A timeless Gianni classic, although personally it doesn’t smell like Bvlgari Black.
This is the Versace Exotic: sophisticated, sweet and brilliant. It’s almost a Bvlgari Black but sweeter, one of my favourites from the house. If it weren’t my number one, I’d give it that spot. The opening is a strange mix between Rive Gauche and Black, but sweet. A masterpiece, magnificent and all that.
This is the Versace Exotic, sophisticated and sweet as I knew it. It’s practically a Bvlgari Black but sweet, one of my favourites from the house. If not, MY FAVOURITE. The opening is a rare mix of Rive Gauche and Black but sweet. Masterpiece, magnificent, etc.
Ever since I knew it was being discontinued and I spotted two bottles in an old US perfumeria, I didn’t hesitate to buy them and keep them like gold. Versace Black Jeans brings back childhood memories, when the family gathered at my grandparents’ house. It smells similar to the trail of my uncle’s Caesars Man World. It’s a classic reflecting a modern future. It’s nostalgic that they discontinued it when today Black Jeans-style fragrances are praised; a cruel decision. Opens with acidic lime-lemon and spicy ginger, then sweetens with lavender and very fresh green tints. Later come floral touches (rose/clove) making it unisex, a floral-herbal bouquet without feeling old. As it settles, the magic: iris and leather, like a freshly opened expensive tuxedo. Overflowing with elegance. Finally, cedar, vetiver and nutmeg add woodiness and powderiness. Dense, deep and mysterious. Not versatile, it’s for enjoying in intimacy with a good wine or cigar. Lasts 8 hours. The matte black bottle with silver cap adds seriousness. It’s sober, invites reflection and life change. Perhaps that’s the mysticism; it holds historical drama and unfortunately we pay the price of not being able to enjoy it today, when it would be highly valued for setting trends.
Lasts a long time and is powdery, probably due to the iris. At first it smells like Bvlgari Black, then seems like a mix between Blue Jeans and The Dreamer from the same collection. The trail is good too.
Excellent longevity, powdery aroma, probably due to the iris. At first it recalls Bvlgari Black, then seems like a mix of two Versace fragrances: Blue Jeans from the same collection and The Dreamer. The trail is also good.
Saffron bomb, intense and masculine. As it reaches the heart, it softens a bit with sweetness, but still keeps that delicious saffron kick. Ideal for night. It’s perfect and I haven’t found anything that resembles or approaches it. It drives me mad for being unique. Greetings to all.