Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau de Toilette is the original charismatic fougère that blends barbershop freshness with sensual warmth. A brisk wave of mint and bergamot cools the skin while aromatic lavender sets the tone. Soon, a plush heart of orange blossom unfurls with hints of cinnamon and cumin, before a lingering base of vanilla, tonka, sandalwood, cedar, and amber leaves a smooth, irresistible trail built for compliments and easy signature wear.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 1995. Perfumer Francis Kurkdjian.
Olfactory Notes
Top notes: Mint, Lavender, Cardamom, Bergamot, and Artemisia
Heart notes: Orange blossom, Cinnamon, Caraway
Base notes: Vanilla, Tonka bean, Sandalwood, Cedar, Amber
Story and Positioning
The foundation of the entire Le Male universe, this classic introduced the now beloved contrast of cool aromatics over creamy vanilla woods. Think confident date nights, evening events, and year-round versatility. If you enjoy modern sweet aromatics like Versace Eros or crave the richer attitude of Le Male Le Parfum and Le Male Elixir, the original delivers the blueprint with timeless appeal.
Bottle and Design
The sculpted sailor torso appears in translucent ocean blue glass ringed with crisp white marinière stripes. Shoulders are sharply cut for presence, the atomizer sits flush in gleaming metal, and the broad base rests securely on a shelf or tray. It arrives housed in the collectible metal can for an instantly recognizable display.
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: Puig
Address: 325 Rue Saint-Martin, 75003 Paris, France
Country of Manufacture: Spain
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