For Men
A bold oriental-fougère that marries cool freshness with creamy sweetness—Le Male opens with mint, lavender, bergamot and artemisia for a fresh, classic beginning. The heart brings warmth via cinnamon, orange blossom and cumin, adding spice and aromatic depth. It settles into a rich base of vanilla, tonka bean, amber, sandalwood, and cedar, giving a comforting sweet-woody trail that lingers.
Fragrance Notes
Top Notes: Mint · Lavender · Bergamot · Artemisia
Heart Notes: Cinnamon · Orange Blossom · Cumin
Base Notes: Vanilla · Tonka Bean · Amber · Sandalwood · Cedar
Scent Story
Le Male is about contrast—cool freshness meets warm sweetness. It starts invigorating with mint and lavender, traditional fougère notes that lend heritage and calm. The spices and floral elements in the heart bring a twist of warmth and complexity, before the base unfolds into sweet woods and soft vanilla that make the scent feel cozy, inviting, and memorable.
Wearability & Lifestyle
Ideal for evening wear and cooler weather—fall, winter, or crisp nights. Works beautifully in casual-smart settings or times when you want something with personality—dates, nights out, or occasions where you want to stand out subtly. Pairs well with denim, leather jackets, darker tones, and layered textures; can also be interesting with heavier knits or outerwear.
Quick Specs
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Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier
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Fragrance Type: Eau de Toilette
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Launch Year: 1995
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Fragrance Family: Oriental · Fougere · Spicy · Sweet Woody
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Recommended Use: Evening / Night · Fall & Winter · Confident & Signature Masculine Mood
Why You’ll Love It
You’ll love Le Male because it isn’t just sweet or fresh—it walks that tightrope between them in a way that feels intentional and well-balanced. It’s a fragrance with recognizability and personality, with vanilla warmth that lingers and spices that give dimension. If you want something that’s classic yet not stale, addictive yet not over the top, this is one of the go-tos.
