Is Primark PS... Peach Bouquet a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal?
Scandal EDP
Jean Paul Gaultier by Daphné Bugey, Fabrice Pellegrin, Christophe Raynaud Original Statement
Scandal EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2017 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
PS... Peach Bouquet EDP
Primark's PS... Peach Bouquet and Jean Paul Gaultier's Scandal share a honeyed base, but the resemblance stops there. Scandal blends rich honey, creamy gardenia and sweet caramel into a sophisticated, intoxicating trail that holds attention without trying. It reads polished, long-lasting and distinctly high-end. Peach Bouquet doesn't get close: it opens harsh and synthetic, leaning on sharp alcohol notes rather than succulent fruit. Scandal offers a complex, decadent experience suited to evening wear, while Peach Bouquet comes across thin and medicinal, lacking both depth and longevity. If you want a bold, honey-forward signature scent, skip the budget bargain and go for Scandal instead. It's the one that won't leave you with a headache.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Scandal
- PS... Peach Bouquet
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Which Should You Buy?
- You are on a very strict budget.
- You need a cheap scent for casual errand running.
- You prefer light, disposable fragrances.
- You want a high-quality, long-lasting scent.
- You love bold, sweet, honey-forward gourmands.
- You need a signature fragrance for evenings.
- You value complex, well-blended ingredients.
A bold and sweet scent that's enticing for evening wear. Scandal balances lush florals and sweet honey, offering an unmistakable presence.
This budget-friendly peach offering falls flat, delivering more rubbing alcohol than ripe fruit. Primark's attempt at a sweet floral scent is a headache in a bottle, according to those who've dared to try it.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The warm honey and rich patchouli notes make it well-suited for cooler weather, but the sweet, floral, and fruity elements provide enough versatility for spring days.
Occasions
Scandal's boldness and sweetness make it an intriguing choice for dates and casual outings, while its strength and richness can be overwhelming for sports or the office.
Seasons
A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.
Occasions
The strong, potentially headache-inducing nature described in reviews suggests this isn't suitable for office or enclosed spaces. Its heavy, sweet profile means it's best reserved for very casual, open-air wear, if at all.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Blood Orange, Patchouli, Gardenia
Adds beeswax and caramel
Where to buy
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PS... Peach Bouquet EDP
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