La Belle Paradise Garden La Belle Fleur Terrible Jean Paul Gaultier 2022
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Aquatic floral with staying power
Gorgeous aquatic floral. I definitely pick up on the iris note, it is very well-done in this perfume. It lends a slightly powdery note but does not go into “old-fashioned” territory (iris is a note that can feel a bit dated to me sometimes). The fragrance overall has a light, fresh, watery, modern but still soft air.
I don’t think watermelon is a note, but to me Paradise Garden almost has that same “watery and slightly sweet” watermelon quality of the (sadly discontinued) Guerlain Coconut Fizz. (They are absolutely not dupes! But as someone who owns both, I will say I do get similar “sweet aquatic” vibes from them.)
Furthermore, what I love about JPG scents is that they have actual staying power and sillage, and this is no exception. It is hard to find fresh spring/summer perfumes that last and project! So that in and of itself makes this a “win” for me. Lovely fragrance, great staying power, and a beautiful bottle.
I don’t think watermelon is a note, but to me Paradise Garden almost has that same “watery and slightly sweet” watermelon quality of the (sadly discontinued) Guerlain Coconut Fizz. (They are absolutely not dupes! But as someone who owns both, I will say I do get similar “sweet aquatic” vibes from them.)
Furthermore, what I love about JPG scents is that they have actual staying power and sillage, and this is no exception. It is hard to find fresh spring/summer perfumes that last and project! So that in and of itself makes this a “win” for me. Lovely fragrance, great staying power, and a beautiful bottle.