Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier

for women

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal is an oriental scent for women that brings sticky honeyed sweetness, white florals, and a bold nightlife attitude.

Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier

Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier

2.7 oz EDP Spray
$151.00 USD
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Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier
  • Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier
Scandal by Jean Paul Gaultier
$151.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal is a rich oriental fragrance built around honeyed sweetness, white florals, and a dark patchouli base. It starts bright with juicy orange, then quickly turns fuller, warmer, and more seductive on skin. Best for nights out, dates, and cooler weather, it suits shoppers who enjoy a feminine scent with real presence. If you want something airy or barely there, this will likely feel too sweet and bold.

Accords

Sweet
Honey
White Floral
Patchouli
Citrus
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A Scent For

Go for Scandal if you like your fragrance clearly sweet, feminine, and noticeable without losing structure. It fits someone who enjoys dressing up, wants a scent that carries into the evening, and does not mind a richer finish on skin. A common reason people like this scent is its mix of playful sweetness and darker depth. Skip it if you want a clean office scent, minimal sweetness, or something that stays quiet and breezy.

Occasions

Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Party
Party

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Winter
Winter

Time

Night
Night

Sillage

Sillage
3/4
Strong

Longevity

Longevity
4/5
Long Lasting

When and Where

This one makes the most sense in Fall, Winter, and cooler Spring nights, especially for date nights, parties, and evening plans where a stronger scent feels right. The richer honey, caramel, and patchouli profile gives it better impact after dark than in bright daytime heat. In a close office, gym, or hot crowded setting, it can feel too heavy and sweet. It is much more of a going-out fragrance than an all-day fresh pick.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Blood Orange
Blood Orange
Mandarin Orange
Mandarin Orange

Middle Notes

Gardenia
Gardenia
Honey
Honey
Jasmine
Jasmine
Orange Blossom
Orange Blossom
Peach
Peach

Base Notes

Beeswax
Beeswax
Caramel
Caramel
Licorice
Licorice
Patchouli
Patchouli

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Bright citrus gives Scandal a lively entrance, but this is not a light fresh scent for long. Very quickly, the juicy orange effect meets thick honey and creamy white florals, creating a sweet, dressy impression with clear personality. There is a playful edge from the peachy softness, yet it already feels made for going out rather than casual daytime wear. Expect something noticeable, feminine, and confidently rich instead of soft and understated.
How it develops

Once it settles, the sweetness gets deeper and more syrupy, with beeswax and caramel adding a dense, almost sticky warmth. Patchouli brings an earthy, darker backbone that keeps it from turning sugary in a simple way, while licorice adds a slightly bitter twist. On skin, it stays full-bodied and clearly evening-leaning rather than turning clean or airy. The floral heart remains present, but the overall feel becomes warmer, fuller, and more sensual.
History

Released in 2017, Scandal sits in Jean Paul Gaultier’s lineup as a bold feminine oriental with a nightlife focus. It pairs bright citrus with honey, white florals, and a richer sweet base, giving it a more dressed-up and attention-seeking style than a casual everyday scent. The fragrance was created by Daphné Bugey and Fabrice Pellegrin.
Perfumier

Daphné Bugey Fabrice Pellegrin
Country of Origin

France
Year Created

2017

Our Verdict

Buy Scandal if you want a sweet, bold evening fragrance with honeyed warmth, floral femininity, and strong staying power. Skip it if your taste leans fresh, subtle, or barely sweet, because this scent makes itself known.

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