Jean Paul Gaultier Classique – Summary Description

Classique, launched in 1993, is an oriental-floral fragrance for women, created by Jacques Cavallier. It opens with rose and rum, followed by a heart of narcissus and vanilla orchid, and settles into a warm base of amber, tonka bean, sandalwood, and vanilla. It is known for its iconic bottle shaped like a female torso, symbolizing sensuality and elegance.

For men, the counterpart fragrance is Le Male (1995), which became one of the brand’s most iconic scents. Le Male is an amber-fougère fragrance with notes of lavender, mint, cardamom, vanilla, and tonka bean, representing bold masculinity.

✅ Key distinction:

• Classique → Feminine, floral-oriental, sensual.
• Le Male → Masculine, aromatic-spicy, powerful.