Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier

Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier was created by Francis Kurkdjian, who was introduced in my blog before. The cologne is classified as an oriental fougère, which combines fresh mint and lavender with warm vanilla and species. Its combination creates its bold and seductive character.

The top notes are mint, lavender, and bergamot. The heart notes are cinnamon, cumin, and orange blossom. The base notes are vanilla, tonka bean, sandalwood, and cedar. Its unique blend of fresh, warm, and spicy notes makes it easily recognizable.

The fragrance comes in a bust-shaped bottle that resembles a male torso dressed in a sailor’s striped shirt. This is a signature motif of Jean Paul Gaultier’s fashion. Along with its iconic bottle, its combination challenged the norms of masculine scents at the time, embodying strength, freedom, and sensuality. Its unique blend allows the cologne to be loved across generations, making it a timeless, iconic fragrance. It’s still one of the best-selling men’s fragrances globally.