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Classique Pin Up
by Jean Paul Gaultier
Classique Pin Up by Jean Paul Gaultier unfolds as a bright, gourmand floral with a distinctive citrus-ginger opening that quickly mellows into a soft, powdery sweetness. The dominant note is orange blossom—clean, delicate, and slightly watery, reminiscent of blossom water found in Middle Eastern sweets—balanced by subtle marshmallow, vanilla, and amber drydown. The fragrance is most compelling in warmer weather, where it blooms into a plump, creamy-smelling aura that feels joyful and refreshingly light. While the opening may feel sharp or even slightly medicinal to some due to the citron and ginger, it settles rapidly into a skin-scent well-suited to spring and summer. Longevity is moderate, with projections lasting two hours before softening into a subtle, intimate drydown.
Pros
- +Exceptionally wearable in warm weather and as a daytime or office fragrance
- +Balanced, sweet floral with a distinctive but fleeting spicy citrus top
- +Possesses a soft, powdery-modern quality that feels cheerful and feminine without being juvenile
Cons
- −The orange blossom can feel overpowering or even screechy for some users
- −Longevity is inconsistent and tends toward moderate rather than strong
- −The ginger-citron opening can be harsh or irritating, especially on sensitive skin