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Popular fragrances

Score
75/100

Versace

Blue Jeans

1994

Citruses, bergamot, and juniper over anise — Versace's 1994 affordable aromatic masculine, sharp vintage.

Blue Jeans
aromatic
fresh spicy
woody

One of the iconic budget masculine launches of the mid-1990s — Jean-Pierre Bethouart's 1994 release for Versace, recognizable in the blue-denim-printed bottle. Bergamot at the top, a lavender heart, settling on a vanilla-tonka drydown. A spring and summer daytime fragrance.

The take

What works

  • Aromatic budget classic with surprising sillage
  • Vintage charm at near-clearance prices

Trade-offs

  • Sharp synthetic opening hits hard
  • Bottle screams 1994 in a bad way

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
4–6 hours
Projection
Within a foot
Sillage
Close trail

When to wear

Spring95%
Summer85%
Fall62%
Winter32%
Day100%
Night40%

Gender

Leans masculine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blue Jeans smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Comme des Garçons Floriental (67%), Guerlain Habit Rouge EDT (50%). Share scent family rather than DNA — not identical, but neighbors.

How long does Blue Jeans last?

4–6 hours on most skin (good longevity at 57/100) with moderate projection.

When should you wear Blue Jeans?

Strongest in spring and summer, daytime-leaning.

Is Blue Jeans worth it?

At this price, fine — with caveats. Aromatic budget classic with surprising sillage. Vintage charm at near-clearance prices.

Details

Perfumer
Jean-Pierre Bethouart