Le Male X-Mas Edition 2020
Fragrance notes
Character
Le Male X-Mas Edition 2020 from Jean Paul Gaultier opens with lavender, mint, cardamom, artemisia and bergamot. The lavender leads clearly, supported by the cool mint and the herbal tone of artemisia. Cardamom adds a gentle spice that keeps the opening from feeling flat. Bergamot sits in the background and brightens the mix without turning it sharp. The transition moves into cinnamon, orange blossom and caraway. Cinnamon brings a dry warmth that sits close to the lavender rather than overtaking it. Orange blossom softens the spices with a light floral presence. Caraway adds a slight bitterness that prevents the heart from becoming too sweet. The spices stay steady and do not rush toward the base.
The drydown settles on sandalwood, vanilla, tonka bean, cedar and amber. Vanilla and tonka bean create a smooth, rounded sweetness. Sandalwood and cedar give the foundation a dry, woody frame that keeps the sweetness in check. Amber adds a warm glow that ties the woods and the vanilla together. The overall feel is aromatic, warm spicy and woody with clear lavender, powdery and cinnamon accents. The green facet from the top notes lingers just enough to keep the base from feeling heavy. It suits cooler days and evening wear during the winter season.
The scent is a lit Christmas tree dusted with vanilla sugar.
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