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Jean Paul Gaultier

Scandal Gold

Perfumer: Daphné Bugey

2021WomenClassic
7.5/ 10
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Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Gold is a sweet, spicy floral-oriental scent for women, suited to evenings and nights out.

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Skunky's take: Sleeps by day, goes out at night; very skunk of it.

How does it perform?

From 31 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.4 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
7.3 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle
7.5 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money
6.9 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

82% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Floral
  2. Sweet
  3. Spicy
  4. Woody
  5. Oriental
  6. Creamy

What does Scandal Gold smell like?

The notes read as one whole: ylang-ylang, jasmine and rose build a floral base, while honey and benzoin sweeten it and add a creamy softness. Saffron and pink pepper bring spice, and sandalwood, patchouli and cypriol add a woody, oriental depth.

Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, with leisure and daily wear well behind. Its longevity and sillage are rated good, though the number of votes is small. It has been discontinued and is positioned as a women's fragrance.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 34%
    Autumn
  • 28%
    Winter
  • 24%
    Spring
  • 14%
    Summer
  • Evening
    33%
  • Nighttime
    30%
  • Casual
    18%
  • Daytime
    9%
  • Office
    9%

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