Le Male Terrible
“Le Male Terrible by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for men”
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Well loved by wearers — a lavender, sponsored composition with a vanilla undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.
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Le Male Terrible by Jean Paul Gaultier is a fragrance that captures the essence of irreverent elegance. Launched in 2010 and crafted by perfumer Aurélien Guichard, it marries bright citrus notes with aromatic lavender and spicy undertones. The opening burst of grapefruit and pink pepper gives way to a heart of lavender, which provides both freshness and complexity. As the scent settles, vetyver and vanilla offer a warm, comforting base that contrasts beautifully with the initial sharpness.
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Application Tips
Apply Le Male Terrible with a light hand to avoid overpowering its delicate balance. The grapefruit and pink pepper top notes are particularly bright, so a single spritz is often enough for the first hour or two. Once the lavender and vetyver come into play, it will settle into a more comforting warmth throughout the day.
Aurélien Guichard
Founding perfumer · 162 fragrances
Designer Jean Paul Gaultier
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The story behind the bottle.
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives — a moment where sharp citrus and warm spices converge in the bustling energy of a city.
Fig. 01 — Le Male Terrible, Jean Paul Gaultier
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