Mandarin OrangeOpens with
TuberoseHeart
MuskDries down to
Also asEau de Parfum · 1999 →
Francis KurkdjianThe nose · 234 fragrances · also made Rouge Trafalgar Esprit De Parfum (2024)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Jean Paul Gaultier · Sold as feminine
Fragile Eau de Toilette
The gentle hum of a city cafe in the early afternoon, where sunlight filters through the window and the scent of fresh citrus blends with subtle floral notes.
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Fragile Eau de ToiletteMid-range · $40–100
52%Similar accords, often for lessMeethaq Extrait De Rouge · Ard Al ZaafaranBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 13 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Fragile Eau de Toilette by Jean Paul Gaultier was launched in 2001 and crafted by the renowned perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. This unisex fragrance is a delicate balance of citrus brightness and white floral warmth, with tuberose serving as its central note. The opening mandarin orange and lemon evoke a fresh, invigorating start that transitions into the creamy sweetness of tuberose and raspberry, creating an intricate interplay between freshness and richness.
Fragile Eau de Toilette has a relatively short-lived citrus opening that fades within an hour. Focus on applying it to pulse points for maximum impact as the warmer base notes take over. The musky undertones are most noticeable close to skin, so layering with light clothing can enhance its presence.
Fig. 01 — Fragile Eau de Toilette, Jean Paul Gaultier
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Francis Kurkdjian
The composer of lightFrancis Kurkdjian is among the most celebrated perfumers alive — a creative polymath whose work spans haute couture fragrance, contemporary art installations, and the founding of his own maison.
“It’s impossible to predict. Success doesn’t depend on you. It depends on the audience.”
Francis Kurkdjian · SLEEK, June 2026
The Fragile line
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Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
More from the house · founded 1992 · France
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