Le Beau Male
“Le Beau Male by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men”
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Respected, if divisive — a aromatic, sponsored composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear, leaning masculine.
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Launched in 2013, Le Beau Male by Jean Paul Gaultier is an aromatic fougère fragrance created by perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. The composition opens with a bright mint and wormwood accord that brings a fresh, green vibrancy to the top notes. This gives way to a heart of lavender and orange blossom, adding a layer of herbal freshness and floral softness. The base notes feature sage and musk, grounding the scent with an earthy warmth.
Jean Paul Gaultier's brand is known for its inclusivity and diversity, and Le Beau Male reflects this spirit through its bold and fresh character. It stands out as a modern take on traditional fougère fragrances, offering a blend of freshness and depth that feels both contemporary and lasting.
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Application Tips
This fragrance projects well but settles quickly into skin. For optimal wear, apply it to pulse points in the morning for a scent that evolves gracefully throughout the day.
Francis Kurkdjian
Founding perfumer · 234 fragrances · French
“My creations are an invitation to choose the scent that suits you daily, because I like the idea that each woman and man can express a part of themselves through perfume.”
Maison Francis Kurkdjian was born in 2009 from the encounter between Francis Kurkdjian, a renowned perfumer with scores of successful creations to his name, and Marc Chaya, Co-founder and President of the fragrance house. At only 24, Francis Kurkdjian composed his first perfume, "Le Male" by Jean Paul Gaultier, an international best-seller and game-changer of its time. Instead of relying on a very promising start to his career, he decided, as a precursor, to explore new possibilities and give olfactory creation a new artistic dimension. In keeping with his visionary outlook, in 2001 he set up his tailor-made perfume workshop, against the general tendency of perfume democratization, while constantly putting his know-how and sensibility at the service of the greatest fashion designers (Rick Owens, Hedi Slimane, Riccardo Tisci, Alber Elbaz or John Galliano), as well as the most iconic houses (Dior, Guerlain or Saint-Laurent). From 2003, artists like Sophie Calle, Christian Rizzo or Sarkis called on him to compose his first olfactory compositions - the starting point of his quest to break down the boundaries between different fields and the senses. In 2008, he was named Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres.
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The moment when you step out into the city after a refreshing shower, feeling invigorated and ready to take on the day.
Fig. 01 — Le Beau Male, Jean Paul Gaultier
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