WS-JPG-1999

Fragile

1999Men

white floral up front, then tuberose, settling into citrus.

Fragile by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Floral fragrance for women. Fragile was launched in 1999. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Kurkdjian. Top notes are Tunisian Orange Blossom, Ginger, Italian Tangerine, Star Anise, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose and Bergamot; middle notes are Tuberose, Jasmine, Indian Ginger, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Iris…

white floral tuberose citrus floral

Nose: Francis Kurkdjian

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Tunisian Orange Blossom, Ginger, Italian Tangerine, Star Anise, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Jasmine, Indian Ginger, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Iris, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Amber, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Musk, Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

57%

44%

32%

29%

29%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter37%Fall35%Spring17%Summer11%Night68%Day32%Wears female81%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Fragile smell like?

white floral up front, then tuberose, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: white floral, tuberose, citrus.

What notes are in Fragile?

Top: Tunisian Orange Blossom, Ginger, Italian Tangerine, Star Anise, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose, Bergamot. Heart: Tuberose, Jasmine, Indian Ginger, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Iris, Rose. Base: Amber, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Musk, Cedar.

How long does Fragile last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Fragile loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Fragile best for?

Winter is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 35%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Fragile?

Night wear leads at 68%. Day is a secondary pick at 32%.

Is Fragile for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 81% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Fragile?

Composed by Francis Kurkdjian. Released in 1999.