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Boucheron Initial vs John Varvatos

Boucheron Initial and John Varvatos compared side by side: accords, longevity, sillage and value, so you can pick with confidence.

InitialBoucheron20004.1★
76% alikevs
John VarvatosJohn Varvatos20083.9★

The difference in plain words

Initial and John Varvatos have a fair amount in common; both have Mandarin Orange, Patchouli and Honey. Initial leans more fresh spicy, while John Varvatos leans white floral. Initial is more of an evening scent.

Longer lastingAbout the same
Stronger projectionAbout the same
Better perceived valueAbout the same
More of a night scentInitial

Accords

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AccordA blend of notes the nose perceives as one unified smell - like a chord made of musical notes.More in Learn →
● Initial ● John Varvatos
FruityFloralSweetHoneyPatchouliWoodyWarm SpicyFresh Spicy
Both share: Mandarin Orange · Patchouli · Honey
Only in Initial: Pepper · Cassis · Red Currant Leaf · Rose · Jasmine · Wildflowers · Musk · Almond
Only in John Varvatos: Georgian Apricot · Damask Plum · Turkish Rose · Lily · Egyptian Jasmine · Mango Blossom · Tonka Bean · Oakmoss

Community votes

Initial ← · → John Varvatos
Time of day
day
night
Season
spring
summer
fall
winter

Metrics

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Longevity
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LongevityHow long a fragrance lasts on skin.More in Learn →
≈ even
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Sillage / projection
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ProjectionHow far the scent radiates from your skin while you stand still. The 'sillage / projection' votes on fragrance pages blend the two, so read them as overall reach.More in Learn →
≈ even
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Price value≈ even
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0
Night-nessInitial +23
57
34
Gender lean (♀→♂)
Feminine
Masculine
Initial profile →John Varvatos profile →