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Daphné BugeyThe nose · 105 fragrances · also made Classique Essence de Parfum (2016)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Jean Paul Gaultier · Sold as feminine
Scandal By Night
The quiet hum of an after-hours city street where warm honeyed notes blend with subtle florals, creating a cozy yet sophisticated atmosphere.
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Scandal By NightMid-range · $40–100
41%Similar accords, often for lessOpulent Red · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 16 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Scandal By Night by Jean Paul Gaultier is an Oriental Floral fragrance crafted by perfumer Daphné Bugey. This composition opens with honey and bitter orange, creating a warm, inviting aroma that transitions into a heart of tuberose and pear, adding a touch of sophistication. The base notes of vanilla, patchouli, and sandalwood provide depth and longevity, making it a scent that evolves throughout the day.
Apply this fragrance lightly at first — the honey and citrus top notes are bright but can be overpowering if too much is used. The tuberose and vanilla base notes develop over time, so one or two sprays will suffice for lasting warmth throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Scandal By Night, Jean Paul Gaultier
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Daphné Bugey
Fresh perspectivesDaphné Bugey is a senior perfumer at Firmenich whose modern, dynamic approach to fragrance has made her one of the most sought-after noses in the industry.
The Scandal line
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Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 53%, disliked or hated by 12%.