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Jean Paul Gaultier · Sold as feminine
La Belle
A vibrant city street corner where the sweet aroma of a bakery mixes with the crisp, cool air of an autumn evening.
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La BelleMid-range · $40–100
56%Similar accords, often for lessAna Abiyedh · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
The story behind the bottle.
La Belle by Jean Paul Gaultier was launched in 2019, created by perfumers Quentin Bisch and Sonia Constant. This fragrance is known for its powerful projection and longevity, often cited as a benchmark performer in its price category. The composition opens with the bright freshness of pear and bergamot, leading into a heart of floral notes that blend seamlessly into the warm embrace of vanilla, vetiver, amber, and musk. La Belle's sweet gourmand character has made it a crowd-pleaser among enthusiasts, though some find its synthetic facets and underlying 'burnt rubber' note less appealing.
One to two sprays are sufficient — La Belle's strong projection means it will be noticeable from across the room. The fragrance develops its full character within the first hour, so allow it time to settle before heading out. Best for cooler weather when its warmth is most welcome.
Fig. 01 — La Belle, Jean Paul Gaultier
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Quentin Bisch
The young virtuosoQuentin Bisch is a rising star at Givaudan whose precocious talent has already produced several critically acclaimed fragrances.
Co-created with Sonia Constant
The La Belle line
7 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
More from the house · founded 1992 · France
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 52%, disliked or hated by 11%.