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Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night fragrance
Jean Paul Gaultier

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night

EDP Feminine · 2018 · by Daphné Bugey
7.4 /10

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night scores 9/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 9/10 longevity
From USD 70–130From EUR 64–120From GBP 55–103From PKR 20,000–36,000From AED 250–475From INR 5,810–10,790From SAR 263–488
9 Longevity
9 Sillage
6 Versatility
8 Value
5 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Sweet Honey Gourmand White Floral
THE SCENT, LAYER BY LAYER

From the first impression to the lasting trail.

Top notes

The first impression

Heart notes

The character of the scent

Base notes

The lasting impression

Notes unfold and overlap differently on every skin.

Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileSweetHoneyGourmandWhite FloralACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Evening Date Night Clubbing Special Occasions
Seasons
Autumn Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 5 / 10
Extreme Heat
1/10
Avoid
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
2/10
Poor
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
5/10
Average
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
7/10
Good
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
10/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

An opulent and intoxicating nocturnal honey-tuberose bomb, designed to be intensely seductive and command attention.

How It Wears

Absolutely unsuitable for hot climates; its intense honeyed sweetness and heavy base notes would be incredibly cloying and overpowering. Strictly for very cool evenings.

How It Compares

A deeper, darker, and more intoxicating version of the original Scandal, replacing some of its lighter notes with rich cherry and amberwood for evening allure.

The Controversy

The entire 'Scandal' line is known for its suggestive branding and overtly sweet, loud profile, which can be polarizing.

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night: A Data-Led Buyers’ Guide

Released in 2018, Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night by Jean Paul Gaultier has become a reference point for EDP fragrances in the Sweet, Honey, Gourmand, White Floral family. This guide cuts through the noise: performance data across five climate zones, pricing in the currency you actually shop in, and a clear verdict on whether it belongs in your collection.

An opulent and intoxicating nocturnal honey-tuberose bomb, designed to be intensely seductive and command attention.

The Scent: Notes, Structure & Dry-Down

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night opens with Honey, Bitter Orange and Citruses — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of Cherry, Tuberose, Orange Blossom, Pear and Nard Himalayan (Jatamansi). The final act — the part that outlasts the working day — is Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Amberwood and White Musk.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Sweet, Honey, Gourmand, White Floral — easy to place and easy to wear.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (9/10): Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night delivers exceptional longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 12+ hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (9/10): Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night projects at room-filling intensity, announcing itself without apology. One or two sprays is all that is needed — over-application will overpower rather than impress.

Versatility (6/10): Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. It thrives in its intended context but may feel mismatched further outside that sweet spot.

Value (8/10): At around $70, Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

Climate Performance: Where Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night Works Best

Of the five climate zones we score, Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 10/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 1/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Absolutely unsuitable for hot climates; its intense honeyed sweetness and heavy base notes would be incredibly cloying and overpowering. Strictly for very cool evenings.

That is a structural result rather than a flaw — Bitter Orange and Orange Blossom evaporate fast in heat, so what is left on skin by midday is a fraction of what you sprayed.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

When to Wear Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night is best suited to Evening, Date Night, Clubbing, Special Occasions. The projection ensures presence without deliberate effort — ideal for outdoor gatherings and social occasions where you want to register.

Seasonally, Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night performs best in Autumn, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

A deeper, darker, and more intoxicating version of the original Scandal, replacing some of its lighter notes with rich cherry and amberwood for evening allure.

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night Price Guide

Internationally, Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night sits at $70–$130. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 20,000–36,000 in Pakistan, AED 250–475 in the UAE, ₹6,000–₹11,000 in India. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Department Stores, Online Retailers. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces, Online Retailers. Pakistan: Scentsation, Naheed, Online Retailers.

Verdict

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7.4/10 puts Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

The entire 'Scandal' line is known for its suggestive branding and overtly sweet, loud profile, which can be polarizing.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night last?

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night has a longevity score of 9/10. On average skin, expect 12+ hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night worth the price?

At around $70, Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night by Jean Paul Gaultier is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night smell like?

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night is characterised by Sweet, Honey, Gourmand, White Floral accords. Opening with Honey and Bitter Orange, the heart revolves around Cherry and Tuberose, settling into a base of Tonka Bean and Vanilla.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night good for hot or humid weather?

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night was not designed for extreme heat (score: 2/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night for men or women?

Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal By Night is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.