20 community ratings

Star U.S.A.

2011MenModern

5.1/ 10

Community score
20 ratings

John Varvatos Star U.S.A. is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that opens on juniper berry, citron and red ginger; it has been discontinued.

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How does it perform?

From 24 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

4.5 /10

A short but sweet date; a travel size in your bag is a good idea.

Sillage

4.5 /10

Whispers to close friends, never shouts at a crowd.

Bottle

4.6 /10

Plain bottle, the real show is inside.

Blind buy risk

High risk

Only 25% of votes are positive.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Juniper berry Citron

Red ginger

Heart notesfirst few hours

Osmanthus Green cardamom

Blue spruce

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Vetiver Tonka bean

Phytolacca dioica

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic
Spicy
Woody
Resinous

What does Star U.S.A. smell like?

Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so expect a light scent that sits close to the skin. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It was made as a men's fragrance.

It opens bright with citrus and ginger, and juniper berry adds a dry coolness. In the heart, osmanthus, green cardamom and blue spruce push it towards a spicy, woody side. Vetiver and tonka bean soften it and add sweetness in the base. The accords also include fruity, synthetic and resinous touches. Bujairami Chroma and Ex Nihilo Speed Legends - Night Drive have a close profile.