Jean Paul Gaultier 2022 EDP

F ££ Acquired

La Belle Fleur Terrible

by Quentin Bisch

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Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle Fleur Terrible is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Quentin Bisch. La Belle Fleur Terrible opens with Water Lily, settles into a heart of Iris, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Jean Paul Gaultier's La Belle Fleur Terrible carries an Acquired verdict, an earthy-led wear.

This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some reckon it's a unique, beachy dream, while others find it generic or even 'terrible'. Best sniff before you commit, as this flanker certainly divides opinion more than it unites.
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Relaxed
  • Playful
  • Clean
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Vanilla
100%
Floral
100%
Iris
98%
Powdery
92%
Aquatic
77%
Fresh
66%

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Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Given its fresh, aquatic, and a touch sweet profile with moderate sillage and longevity, this scent is ideal for casual wear and might even work for dates. It's a bit too relaxed and tropical for formal events and has just enough freshness for a post-workout refresh without being a dedicated sport fragrance.

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About

Imagine diving into a crystal-clear lagoon dotted with water lilies, all while a gentle iris breeze blows past. That initial aquatic freshness melts into a creamy, powdery floral heart, underpinned by a soft, sweet vanilla that sometimes hints at coconut. It's a tropical escape, albeit one that some find surprisingly complex, others rather simple.

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