Le Male Terrible
lavender up front, then vanilla, settling into aromatic.
About
Le Male Terrible by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Oriental Fougere fragrance for men. Le Male Terrible was launched in 2010. The nose behind this fragrance is Aurélien Guichard. Top notes are Grapefruit and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Lavender and Vetyver; base notes are Vanille and Amber.
Nose: Aurélien Guichard
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
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Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Le Male Terrible smell like?
lavender up front, then vanilla, settling into aromatic. Dominant accords: lavender, vanilla, aromatic.
What notes are in Le Male Terrible?
Top: Grapefruit, Pink Pepper. Heart: Lavender, Vetyver. Base: Vanille, Amber.
How long does Le Male Terrible last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Le Male Terrible loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Le Male Terrible best for?
Fall is the top pick (29%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Le Male Terrible?
Day wear leads at 51%. Night is a secondary pick at 49%.
Is Le Male Terrible for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 56% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Le Male Terrible?
Composed by Aurélien Guichard. Released in 2010.
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