This winter, while skincare goes into protect and soothe mode, fragrance is leaning towards gourmand scents. Think: creamy vanilla swirls and spicy cardamom enveloping you like a cashmere scarf that smells good enough to eat. Enter, Jean Paul Gaultier’s Scandal Intense and its masculine counterpart Scandal Pour Homme Intense.
Winter Gourmand Fragrance for Her – Scandal Intense
Scandal Intense wraps you in creamy vanilla absolute, spiced cardamom and sensual ylang‑ylang, upon first spray. It settles into amber‑rich heart notes like jasmine sambac, benzoin and cashmeran. At its base, bergamot, mandarin and cedarwood add a subtle lift. It’s a spicy amber floral that clings like a luxurious cashmere knit.
For Him – Scandal Pour Homme Intense
For him this winter gourmand fragrance comes in the form of Scandal Pour Homme Intense. It’s a magnetic blend of aromatic clary sage, rich leather and smouldering vetiver that builds depth and warmth. Bold yet seductive, it lingers with a confident blaze of woody leathery heat.
How to Wear Winter Fragrance
Winter air tends to mute scent, so choosing a winter gourmand fragrance like these ensures your scent stays fragrant through the chill. Target pulse points under layers like wrists, inner elbows or the throat.
Layer your fragrance over lightly scented or unscented body moisturiser to help the rich notes cling longer. Refresh strategically with a small spritz on your scarf or coat collar.
These gourmand fragrances bloom beautifully as they adapt to your body heat, giving off a richer, softer scent as the evening wears on. In a season built around cosy textures and slow burn indulgence, these Scandal Intense fragrances are the olfactory equivalent of being wrapped in a luxe velvet cape.
Available at Myer and David Jones online and in store nationally.
