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Top 5 Just Jack Perfumes for Men
The House of Just Jack started in Ireland with the aim of producing high quality perfumes that could give its wearer the feel of luxury and class at- similar to its sister company, Jenny Glow.
With Just Jack, perfume wearers are able to acquire the same fragrance in both strength and longevity at a reasonable price point.
1. Italian Leather
Top notes: Saffron, Raspberry
Middle notes: Thyme, Olibanum, Night Blooming, Jasmine
Base notes: Black Suede, Amberwood
Vesseled in its deep brown glass casing- simple and dark, Italian Leather by Just Jack gives off the look and feel of sophistication, and, abiding by its packaging, as do its ingredients.
The fragrance starts off with Saffron, the “red gold”loved by generations across continents, bringing in notes- both bitter and sweet. Its honey-like touch is joined by the sugared tang of the raspberry; tart, juicy and irresistible.
The middle notes begin with thyme- a herb placed on the pedestal from the time of the ancient Greeks. Its strong, therapeutic air mixes with the Olibanum’s spicy and zesty accords, creating a strong, unique aroma. Then comes in the Night Blooming Jasmine, with its strong, exoticly sweet scent complemented by the tang of the raspberry.
Taking a darker turn, the base notes turn to two heavier scents- the black suede with its leathery musk, and the dry amberwood with its tobacco like woodiness.
The layers come together to create a fragrance that is smoky with a touch of sweetness- almost mysterious in its two contrasting characteristics. Many of its wearers have also compared the scent to Tom Ford’s Tuscan Leather, and often say that it would make an ideal dupe.
2. Neroli
Top notes: Italian Bergamot, Sicilian Lemon, Mandarin, Lavender, Myrtle, Rosemary, Bitter Orange
Middle notes: Neroli, African Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Pittosporum
Base notes: Amber, Ambrette Seed, Angelica
Packaged in cool hues of blue, Neroli is a pleasant, fresh smelling perfume produced by the House of Just Jack, and is a great, versatile fragrance that can be worn day and night.
It starts on a citrusy note, with the complex combination of sweet, sour and bitter coming from the bergamot, and the soothing air of the groves of Italy coming from the Sicilian lemon. This freshness is added to by the soothing floral notes of mandarin and lavender, followed by the green of myrtle and rosemary. Complementing the forage is none other than the bitter orange, ending the note just as it started.
True to its name, the fragrance contains Neroli in its middle note, a honey-like scent with a touch of spice extracted from the blossom of the bitter orange. It’s followed by the flora, almost animallic airs of the African orange blossom and the rich, sensual musk of jasmine. Finally, the note ends with Pittosporum, known as the mock orange with its sweet and heady fragrance.
The base note begins with Amber; bringing a warm, powdery aura to mix with the sweet muskiness of the ambrette seed. Finally, the note ends with just a touch of Angelica, with its strength exuding a herbal, citrusy scent.
The notes all come together to create a fresh fragrance that’s known among wearers worldwide as the perfect dupe to Tom Ford’s Neroli Portofino.
3. Homme Noir
Top notes: Bergamot, Verbena, Caraway, Pink Pepper, Violet
Middle notes: Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Tuscan Iris, Geranium, Bulgarian Rose, Clary Sage
Base notes: Opoponax, Amber, Indonesian Patchouli leaf, Vetiver, Civet, Vanilla
With sleek, dark packaging that reflects the mystery of its scent, Homme Noir by Just Jack proves to be a complex fragrance- deep and layered. The fragrance starts off with bergamot, a unique spicy-floral citrus that can’t help but stand out. It’s followed by verbena, which adds it fruity air to the mix. Next comes caraway and pink pepper, which causes the fragrance to develop a spicy aroma with an underlying sweet note.
The middle note follows the theme of the recipe, and in comes the strong, dry, earthy smells of the black pepper and nutmeg- perfect for masculine scents. This is then followed by the bouquet of the damp tuscan iris, green geranium, and sweet spiciness of bulgarian rose- with a sprig of the herby clary sage to complement the florals.
This fragrance is often said to be the perfect dupe of Tom Ford’s Noir for Men, and carries with it an elegance that can be deemed more appropriate for mature gentlemen.
4. Oud Oak
Top notes: Rosewood, Cardamom, Chinese Peppers
Middle notes: Oud, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Base notes: Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Amber
The warm tones in the packaging of Oud Oak by Just Jack reflect the tone of the fragrance it holds. The top note begins with the floral-peppery aroma of rosewood, then complemented by the warmth of cardamon and the tang of chinese peppers.
Oud takes over in the middle, as predicted by its name, and its aromatic airs are combined with the distinctive creamy sandalwood and the dry, leathery, smokiness of vetiver.
The base note takes a sweet turn, and begins with the warm tonka bean with its nutty and spicy hints, followed by the seductive aroma of the rich vanilla, finally ending with the honey-like amber.
The notes come together to create a fragrance that is strong, deep and calm. It is also known to be used as a clone for Tom Ford’s Oud Wood.
5. Vetiver
Top notes: Orange Flower, Grapefruit
Middle notes: Vetiver, Aromatic Sage, Orris, Nutmeg
Base notes: Pimento, Amber Woods, Oak Moss
Neutral and light in its packaging, Vetiver by Just Jack gives its wearer a classy and elegant fragrance. The note starts with citrus- with the orange flower bringing in a fresh, summery air, and grapefruit, the lively tang to complement it.
The middle note begins with vetiver, as its name suggests, a leathery smoky scent in which the soft musk of sage, the feminine orris and earthy nutmeg rest in their warm and sweet spiciness.
The fragrance then moves on to the base, starting with the spicy green aroma of pimento, then followed by the warmth of amber woods and the earthiness of the oak moss.
Being composed of similar ingredients, Vetiver by Just Jack has also been deemed the perfect dupe to Tom Ford’s Grey Vetiver.
