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Jean Paul Gaultier · Sold as feminine
Classique Limited Edition 2003
Not a scent you'd wear to be noticed — one you'd wear to feel like yourself, in the quiet luxury of an intimate evening at home.
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Classique Limited Edition 2003Mid-range · $40–100
51%Similar accords, often for lessShaghaf Pour Homme · RasasiBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2003, Classique Limited Edition by Jean Paul Gaultier is a scent that encapsulates the designer's signature blend of elegance and irreverence. The fragrance opens with an unexpected note of rum, which adds a subtle warmth and depth to the composition. This contrast is further emphasized as the heart notes of rose, orchid, and narcissus create a lush floral bouquet. The base notes of vanilla, tonka bean, amber, and sandalwood provide a rich, sweet finish that lingers on the skin, making it a perfect balance between classic and modern.
Classique Limited Edition is best applied as two light sprays. The rum note fades quickly, but the floral heart and sweet base notes develop gradually over time. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, so apply it where you want to experience its full depth.
Fig. 01 — Classique Limited Edition 2003, Jean Paul Gaultier
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The Classique line
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Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 65%, disliked or hated by 3%.