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Le Male Pride Edition
by Jean Paul Gaultier
Le Male Pride Edition is a bright, clean, and citrus-forward fragrance that opens with zesty blood orange and yuzu, leading to a radiant floral heart of neroli and orange blossom. The dry down reveals a soft, musky white wood base, giving it a light, airy feel reminiscent of summer days. It stands out for its simplicity and freshness, drawing comparisons to scents like Tom Ford Neroli Portofino, Louis Vuitton On the Beach, or Bvlgari Thés, with a slightly sweet, soapy elegance that some find appealing while others find cloying or synthetic. Despite its unisex claim, the scent leans more toward a feminine, clean aesthetic, though many appreciate its performance and longevity for a summer fragrance. It is best worn in warm weather, especially during the day, and sits close to the skin, making it intimate and subtle in projection. The bottle and design are often criticized as tacky or gimmicky, but the scent itself is seen by many as a standalone achievement, especially for fans of fresh, floral-musk fragrances.
Pros
- +Fresh and bright citrus opening with yuzu and blood orange provides a strong, uplifting initial impression.
- +Clean, musky floral dry down with neroli and orange blossom offers a delicate, radiant scent suitable for summer.
- +Solid performance with moderate longevity and sillage, especially for a light fragrance.
Cons
- −Strongly cloying or soapy character may be off-putting to those who dislike sweet, clean scents.
- −Looks and packaging are often criticized as cheap, tacky, or overly gendered, especially due to the pink and turquoise stripes.
- −Strong divergence in opinion; dislike is intense, with some describing it as nauseating or synthetic.