Jovan's Legacy: Women's Fragrance, Still Relevant?

Jovan is a perfume house that has been around since the 1970s. They have a range of fragrances for both men and women, including the popular Jovan Musk for Men.

Jovan Woman, a woody and spicy fragrance for women, was launched in 1976. It features notes of spices, orange flower, ylang-ylang, nutmeg, coriander, amber, and woods.

While it seems that Jovan still makes women's cologne, it is unclear whether the specific fragrance Jovan Woman is still in production. It appears to be available for purchase on some websites, but it is listed as discontinued on at least one fragrance forum.

Is Jovan Woman still available?

Jovan Woman is still available, but it may be harder to find than it once was. It can be purchased online from sites such as FragranceNet.com, and it is also available in some physical stores, including Walgreens and Walmart. However, some people have reported that it is no longer showing up in discount department stores, and that it can be difficult to find in certain countries.

What does Jovan Woman smell like?

Jovan Woman is a woody, spicy fragrance with an oriental feel. It is a blend of fresh flowers and rich spices that is both sweet and sensual.

The perfume has top notes of bergamot and aldehyde, followed by a mix of florals, including orange flower, rose, and ylang-ylang, on a base of clary sage, cardamom, sweet wood, nutmeg, and patchouli. It also has base notes of musk and amber.

The scent is powerful, with a quiet sillage, and only lasts a few hours.

What are some similar fragrances to Jovan Woman?

Similar fragrances to Jovan Woman include:

• Opium by Yves Saint Laurent (1977)
• Oscar by Oscar de la Renta (1977)
• Babe by Beauty Brand Development (1977)
• J'ai Osé by J'ai Osé (1977)
• Quartz by Molyneux (1977)
• Ungaro (original) by Ungaro (1977)
• Marbert Man by Marbert (1977)
• Monsieur Jovan by Jovan (1977)
• Dimensione Uomo by Ciccarelli (1977)
• Snuff by Elsa Schiaparelli (1977)
• Coriandre by Jean Couturier
• Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso
• Miss Dior by Dior
• Aromatics Elixir by Clinique
• Obsession by Calvin Klein
• Coco Eau de Parfum by Chanel
• Shalimar Eau de Parfum by Guerlain
• Youth-Dew by Estée Lauder
• Halston Classic by Halston
• White Shoulders by Evyan
• Passion by Elizabeth Taylor
• L'Air du Temps by Nina Ricci
• Emeraude by Coty
• Tigress by Faberge
• Tabu by Dana
• Cachet by Prince Matchabelli
• Azurée by Estée Lauder
• Canturi by Canturi
• Agent Provocateur by Agent Provocateur
• Givenchy III by Givenchy
• Chypre d'Orient by Molinard
• Wood Man by Bogner
• Sandalo Inspiritu by DSH Perfumes
• Zipped Premier by Perfumer's Workshop
• Halston Classic by Halston
• Bottega Veneta by Bottega Veneta
• Aromatics Elixir by Clinique
• Ciara by Revlon
• Givenchy III by Givenchy
• Cabochard by Grès
• Patchouli by Avon
• Secret Amber by Jovan
• Jovan Musk for Women by Jovan
• Jovan White Musk for Women by Jovan
• Jovan Sex Appeal for Women by Jovan

What are some reviews of Jovan Woman?

> "I picked up Jovan Woman for twelve buck-a-rooos as practically an afterthought a number of years ago, at the already ailing KMart—for reference, of course, setting it aside for some time because towards Jovan at the time was ambivalent at best (man, has that changed). When I finally gave it the proper attention, I was shocked at how impressive Woman really is (now I have the John Lennon tune in my head (Oooooooooh, well, well...doo, doo, doo, doo, doo...). It's a fierce unisex-for-today 70s style chypre, equal parts green, spicy, amber, and...woody, obviously. Imagine the rose coriander haze of Jean Couturier Coriandre, the "take no prisoners" punch of Paloma Picasso, and floral-aldehydic-mossy twill of Miss Dior, and you could approximate Woman. Sadly, I recently discovered that this is no longer showing up in discount department stores and prices online are rather steep. I apologize in advance for any FOMO. I stress that this one is not essential, but it's still sensational, so if you do find it on the cheap, don't hesitate to snatch it up.

> "Definitely a chypre to my nose, neither a woody floral, nor an oriental. This is spicy, warm, animalic, but with a fruity floral overlay that never lets it get too serious about its base notes. Jovan succeeded brilliantly this time, one of their very best scent creations. Top notes: Bergamot, Geranium Heart notes: Rose, Jasmine, Ylang, Orris, Carnation Base notes: Patchouli, Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk Beware the re-formulation. Look for it on Ebay in the vintage bottle - curved black top, glass straight on one side, curved in on the other. Well worth seeking out - and so inexpensive."

> "I was hoping to sniff out the African orange flowers. I smell the spices first and then something luscious I'm not sure yet what. But it caught my husband's attention. That's what matters a lot to me. We spend much time together, now we're retired. No moss is listed, which I love in fragrances, but for $14 the longevity is fantastic."

> "I discovered an original bottle from circa 1980 with a price sticker $3.99 in a wonderful perfume endowment today. I would have never considered something called "Woman". Its pretty rugged and has a few whiskers IMO. Its a woody chypre that moves into the realm of SEXBOMB-70s style. This is from the era when sex was safe and cars weren't! I cannot believe the quality of this marvel. The ingredients rivaled the top fashion houses of the day. I get lots of oakmoss, vetiver and patchouli in here that are not listed. There has to be some leather and castorium too! The floral notes of a little neroli, ylang ylang and jasmine are minor supporting roles. This is much more masculine than I imagined. This is a feathered hair and faded denim casual style that was probably used to create the next generation in the backseat of Pontiac Firebirds across the country! Its a little sleazy yet ever so brilliant. Its a true classic that everyone needs to try. Of course most readers under 30 will have never heard of Jovan and its drugstore wonders. Ah, the perfume world was so much more interesting in the 1970s!"

> "This goes on very strong. I generally like the woody spicy scents but this seems to have an underlying chemical smell (a bit like hairspray) that I don't like at all.As it dries down it does turn quite subtle and is very powdery. Not one for me i'm afraid."

What are some of Jovan's other fragrances?

Jovan is a longstanding fragrance brand that has been a leader in the industry since 1972. The brand's early marketing campaigns became industry benchmarks, and during the Rolling Stones' 1981 "Tattoo You" tour, Jovan became the first-ever fragrance to sponsor a rock band.

Jovan offers a range of fragrances for both men and women, including:

• Musk for Men (1973)
• Musk for Women (1972)
• White Musk for Women (1990)
• Andron for Men (1981)
• Fresh Patchouli (1999)
• Musk for Men (1973)
• Sex Appeal for Men (1976)
• Eau Fresh (1976)
• White Musk for Men (1992)
• Island Gardenia (1982)
• Grass Oil for Men (1974)
• Black Musk for Men
• Black Musk for Women
• White Musk for Women
• Musk Platinum Musk for Men
• Sex Appeal for Men
• Musk Concentrate Spray for Women

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