Fragile Jean Paul Gaultier

Fragrance Story

Fragile by Jean Paul Gaultier is a Floral fragrance for women. Fragile was launched in 1999. The nose behind this fragrance is Francis Kurkdjian. Top notes are Tunisian Orange Blossom, Ginger, Italian Tangerine, Star Anise, Coriander, Bulgarian Rose and Bergamot; middle notes are Tuberose, Jasmine, Indian Ginger, Ylang-Ylang, Carnation, Iris and Rose; base notes are Amber, Vanilla, Cinnamon, Musk and Cedar.

Composition Profile

white floral 100%
tuberose 85%
citrus 70%
warm spicy 60%
floral 50%
animalic 40%
sweet 35%
powdery 30%
soft spicy 25%
yellow floral 20%

About the Perfumer

Francis Kurkdjian

Francis Kurkdjian

Francis Kurkdjian is a renowned French perfumer and founder of Maison Francis Kurkdjian. He has created fragrances for many brands including Acqua di Parma, Armand Basi, Baccarat, Burberry, and Blumarine. His work includes the celebrated Baccarat Rouge 540 and Iris Nobile 10th Anniversary Special Edition. He is known for his technical mastery and innovative use of ingredients.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Tunisian Orange Blossom Tunisian Orange Blossom
Ginger Ginger
Italian Tangerine Italian Tangerine
Star Anise Star Anise
Coriander Coriander
Bulgarian Rose Bulgarian Rose
Bergamot Bergamot

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Tuberose Tuberose
Jasmine Jasmine
Indian Ginger Indian Ginger
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Carnation Carnation
Iris Iris
Rose Rose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Amber Amber
Vanilla Vanilla
Cinnamon Cinnamon
Musk Musk
Cedar Cedar

Character Profile

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