To say Jean Paul Gautier is a legend would be an understatement. The famed French fashion designer has always pushed the limits of fashion via sculptured silhouettes and one-of-a-kind artistry. And, get this, he's never been formally trained. The same can be said for his fashion house's fragrances. (We love when iconic designers dabble in scent.)
Jean Paul Gautier launched its first fragrance (we'll share the inaugural scent later) in 1993, and since then, the brand has gone on to launch additional scents that have earned beloved followings. And not surprisingly, each perfume is housed in a bottle as a visual display for fashion, fun, and individuality. Keep scrolling for the all-time-best Jean Paul Gautier perfumes we highly recommend.
#5: Classiqe Pride Edition Eau de Toilette
Key fragrance notes: blood orange, orange blossom, blonde wood
Inspired by liberty, equality, and sexuality, this limited-edition fragrance is a citrusy celebration in a bottle with notes of blood orange, orange blossom, and ground blonde woods at the helm.
#4: Scandal Eau de Parfum Intense
Key fragrance notes: jasmine, salted caramel, black vanilla bean, woody leather
Launched just this year, this brand-new amber floral fragrance perfects the balancing act of sweetness and intensity with top notes of jasmine, middle notes of salted caramel, and a base note of black vanilla.
#3: La Belle Eau de Parfum
Key fragrance notes: bergamot, green pear, vanilla pod
If you need more than the stunning red-and-gold bustier to catch your attention. This sensual scent features pear, bergamot, florals, leather, vanilla, amber, and musk notes. With this sensory symphony, you get an intriguing aroma you can't hold down.
#2: Classique Eau de Parfum
Key fragrance notes: Sicilian mandarin, orchid, bourbon vanilla
When the vessel holding your signature fragrance is hugged by a riveting red corset (anyone else seeing Jessica Rabbit?), you'll get an instant boost of strength. Infused with notes of Sicilian mandarin, orchid, and balancing bourbon vanilla absolute, this is a scent that can be worn day or night.
#1: Classique Eau de Toilette Spray
Key fragrance notes: ginger, orange blossom, vanilla
Ah, the fragrance that started it all in 1993. This light, airy eau de toilette housed in a transparent body-contoured bottle offers a soft and sweet scent with a hint of spice centering notes of orange blossom, ginger, rice powder, and vanilla.
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Key fragrance notes: bergamot, red fruits, patchouli
Key fragrance notes: wild berries, jasmine, vanilla
Key fragrance notes: coriander, tuberose, opoponax
Key fragrance notes: citrus, apple, bamboo
Key fragrance notes: yuzu lemon, peony, musk
Key fragrance notes: aldehydes, jasmine, neroli, sandalwood
Key fragrance notes: black orchid, black truffle, patchouli
Key fragrance notes: tuberose, jasmine, tonka bean
Key fragrance notes: dark berries, jasmine, musk-amber
Key fragrance notes: freesia, magnolia, musk
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