Belle De Nuit vs La Belle
Alexandria Fragrances vs Jean Paul Gaultier
Alexandria's Belle De Nuit is a direct homage to JPG's La Belle, offering nearly identical notes at less than half the price.
| Belle De Nuit | La Belle | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Alexandria Fragrances | Jean Paul Gaultier |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | feminine | feminine |
| Price Range | $25-35 | $65-95 |
| Top Notes | bergamot, pear, pink pepper | bergamot, pear, pink pepper |
| Heart Notes | datura flower, jasmine sambac, coconut, orange blossom | datura flower, jasmine sambac, coconut |
| Base Notes | vanilla, sandalwood, vetiver, white musk | vanilla, sandalwood, vetiver |
| Best Seasons | spring, summer, fall | spring, summer, fall |
Shared Notes (9)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What People Say
Alexandria Fragrances Belle De Nuit
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Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle
The pear opening is incredibly juicy and realistic without being cloying or artificial
Vanilla-coconut combo in the drydown creates this creamy, tropical sweetness that's addictive
Pear disappears within the first hour leaving mostly vanilla and coconut
Gets quite heavy and sweet in the drydown - can be overwhelming in warm weather
Longevity: 7-9 hours, becomes a skin scent after 4-5 hours
Value: Reasonably priced for the quality and you get that stunning bottle as a bonus
The Verdict
Choose La Belle for the prestige factor and designer packaging if budget allows. However, Belle De Nuit delivers 90% of the original's tropical floral experience with reportedly better longevity at a fraction of the cost, making it the smarter choice for most fragrance lovers.
Alexandria Fragrances Belle De Nuit
Jean Paul Gaultier La Belle