Maison Alhambra
Candid
Best Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Dupe
Maison Alhambra Candid is a clone of Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal, with a 72% accuracy score and about 85% cheaper than the original.
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72% MatchInspired by $150 originalSave about 85%
Accuracy Breakdown
Overall Accuracy72%
LongevityLong Lasting
SillageStrong
You SaveAbout 85%
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The Scoop
Candid by Maison Alhambra captures the fruity-floral DNA of Scandal with similar citrus top notes and creamy floral heart, though the execution appears slightly softer and less intensely honeyed. The basal structure shares comparable warm vanilla and patchouli elements, but lacks the distinctive licorice and caramel complexity that defines the original's signature sweetness profile.
Key Differences
Candid seems to downplay the caramel-licorice dimension in favor of a more linear creamy-floral experience. The opening citrus and overall projection may register as less bold compared to Scandal's more assertive aromatic presence.
Fragrance Profile
★ 4.3 community ratingAccords
white floral· Dominantvanilla· Dominantgourmand· Dominantcitrus· Prominentpatchouli· Moderatesweet· Moderatewarm spicy· Moderatewoody· Moderatebalsamic· Moderate
Best Seasons
Spring93%
Summer92%
Fall / Autumn100%
Winter97%
Best Occasions
Night Out100%
Casual93%
Professional89%
Community Insights
★ 4.3 from 94 ratingsWhat people who wear Maison Alhambra Candid report, based on votes and reviews from a large fragrance community.
Main accords
white floral
patchouli
vanilla
woody
warm spicy
sweet
citrus
balsamic
Longevity
Very weak2%
Weak10%
Moderate48%
Long lasting35%
Eternal6%
Sillage
Intimate8%
Moderate56%
Strong33%
Enormous4%
Who wears it
Female81%
More female13%
Unisex6%
More male0%
Male0%
Day or night
Day
Night
Value for money
Way overpriced0%
Overpriced4%
Ok8%
Good value26%
Great value62%
People say it reminds them of
What wearers say
“This is the perfect scent for me. I just bought this one yesterday and the quality of this perfume is fantastic. If you love to smell like Candy this perfume is the one for you.”
“This is the definition of a sexy scent!!i realise the notes on frangratica are not correct cause i get a caramel-honey note.i tried the og and this is very close!and the most important it doesnt need maceration!”
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