The Tempest
Made in France - Aussie owned
The Tempest
Made in France - Aussie owned
The Tempest
Made in France - Aussie owned
The Tempest
Made in France - Aussie owned
The Tempest
Made in France - Aussie owned

The Tempest

Sale price$39.00 FROM  $29.25 FROM  $27.30
Extrait / Eau de Parfum. Size: 50ml / 1.7oz
Inspired by

Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male

(Retail Price $103)
Try for 30 days, risk free. If you're not 100% happy, we'll give you a full refund!
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Note: Àerre is not associated with Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male. Use of other brands' trademarks is solely for the purpose of helping consumers identify smell. We do not make counterfeit versions of Jean Paul Gaultier's Le Male. We make our own formulations, inspired by famous perfumes.

Concentration: 20%
Gender: Men
Vegan | Cruelty-free | Made in France

Discover the power of contrast with Àerre’s The Tempest, our bold impression of Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male. This scent doesn’t play it safe, it mixes clean-cut tradition with unapologetic sensuality.

Lavender leads the way, giving off classic barbershop energy, cool and comforting. Then comes the switch: warm vanilla, rich and addictive, stirring something deeper. It’s familiar, but far from predictable.

Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male, Àerre’s The Tempest is made for the ones who embrace both edge and elegance, confident, a little provocative, and always unforgettable.

Top Notes (The first notes you smell) - Cardamom

Middle Notes (The heart of the perfume) - Lavender, Iris

Bottom Notes (The notes that linger all day) - Vanilla, Oriental Notes, Woodsy Notes

Vegan | Cruelty Free | Clean Ingredients

Ingredients: All our fragrances are made in France, are vegan and made with a high-end blend of natural ingredients and safe synthetics. If you're concerned about potential allergens, please email us at hello@aerre.co

Here are the details: Alcohol Denat, Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua/Water/Eau, Hexamethylindanopyran, Diethyl Phthalate, Iso E Super, Dihydromyrcenol, Coumarin, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Santalol, Bht, Methyl Dihydrojasmonate, Hexyl Salicylate, Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Cinnamal

Àerre’s The Tempest — Inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male | A Bold, Modern Take on Masculine Sensuality

Discover the power of contrast with Àerre’s The Tempest, our bold impression of Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male. This isn’t just another fragrance—it’s a call to embrace complexity, a blend of strength and softness that rewrote the rules of masculinity in perfumery. Àerre’s The Tempest, inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male, channels that same daring energy into a new era.

Let’s go back to 1995. Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male bursts onto the scene with a bottle shaped like a sailor’s torso and a scent that was anything but conventional. At a time when men’s cologne leaned hard into sharp, aggressive notes, Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male chose seduction over swagger. Àerre’s The Tempest honours that legacy with a scent profile that nods to tradition but flirts with rebellion.
Lavender opens Àerre’s The Tempest, clean and instantly recognisable. It’s the scent of old-school aftershave, of crisp white towels and straight razors. But don’t be fooled—just like Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male, this fragrance doesn’t stay polite for long.

As it unfolds, the vanilla rises—warm, addictive, and a little dangerous. It softens the lavender’s barbershop crispness, adding creaminess and depth. It’s sweet, but not sugary. Masculine, but not macho. Àerre’s The Tempest and Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male both thrive on tension—and that’s exactly what makes them unforgettable.

The sailor has always been Jean Paul Gaultier’s muse: disciplined yet free, rugged yet romantic. Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male captures this duality, and Àerre’s The Tempest sails in the same direction. Think of the crisp snap of a naval uniform and the salt of ocean air. Think of whispered promises on foreign shores. Àerre’s The Tempest isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about navigating contradictions, just like Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male did from day one.

At its heart, Àerre’s The Tempest is a modern reinterpretation of everything that made Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male iconic. While the original included additional layers like mint, cinnamon, and tonka bean, Àerre’s The Tempest zeroes in on the two core stars: lavender and vanilla. This stripped-back focus makes the contrast even more striking—like spotlighting two characters in a love story and letting the rest fade to black.
Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male changed the game by making space for softness in men’s fragrance. It said, yes, you can smell sweet and still be strong. Àerre’s The Tempest takes that ethos and runs with it. It’s wearable all day, yet seductive enough for night. It’s classic but unexpected—much like Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male, which still holds its place as a global bestseller three decades later.

Why does it still matter? Because Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male dared to imagine a different kind of masculinity, one where vulnerability and allure weren’t mutually exclusive. Àerre’s The Tempest continues that vision, with a cruelty-free, vegan formula that respects both skin and conscience. And as with all our fragrances, Àerre’s The Tempest delivers luxurious quality without the designer markup—just like Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male once delivered couture concepts to a mass audience.

Àerre’s The Tempest isn’t just inspired by Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male—it’s designed for the wearer who’s tired of fitting into boxes. It’s for the rebel in the uniform, the romantic behind the smirk. It’s for anyone who’s ever worn Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male and thought, “I wish I could wear this every day without breaking the bank.” Now you can—with Àerre’s The Tempest.

In the end, Jean Paul Gaultier’s Le Male is the storm that started it all. Àerre’s The Tempest is the next wave. Both fragrances are a study in contrast—clean and warm, bold and familiar, nostalgic and new. And both exist to remind you that you don’t have to pick a side. You can be both. So spray freely, and sail into the storm.

The finest French ingredients.

We source our scents from Provence, the world’s perfume capital. Our products are Colourant & UV filter-free, vegan & cruelty-free.

Try first, decide later.

Perfumes are personal, which is why you can try out as many full-sized bottles as you like for 30-days, risk-free, If any scent is not right for you, just send it back for a full refund or exchange. Return postage is also free when you buy 3 or more bottles - so get trying!

Got questions?

This depends on your usage habits. On average, one of our 50ml bottles will last for approximately 2-3 months when used once per day.

Yes. Our perfumes are made with a concentration of 20-30% aromatic compounds. This technically classifies all our perfumes as Extrait de Parfum, which makes them extremely long lasting. But we usually use the term Eau de Parfum because most people have never heard of Extrait (despite the fact that our perfumes are technically stronger than EDP).

Our perfumes are classified as Extrait de Parfum. But for ease of cummunication we usually use the term Eau de Parfum because most people have never heard of Extrait (despite the fact that our perfumes are actually stronger than EDP).

Simple. Try any perfume at home for 30 days and if you're not 100% satisfied, just send it back for a full refund or exchange. No questions asked.

Àerre is an independent fragrance house producing high-quality perfumes and fragrances that are inspired by renowned brands. Any brands mentioned are done so for illustrative purposes only, and we are in no way affiliated with these brands.

Absolutely. Our perfumes are made in France by some of the same suppliers who sell to the big designer brands. We use a high-end blend of natural ingredients and safe synthetics, and all our fragrances comply with EU and Australian safety regulations.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 36 reviews.

Customer video review of The Tempest

My teenage son seems to constantly want a new cologne so thank you for making this interest of his more affordable! 😅 We also love the cute packaging and magnetic lids!

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Store owner replied: Love this 💖 So glad we can help make his perfume obsession a bit more affordable — and happy you’re loving the packaging and magnetic lids too ✨

Customer video review of The Tempest

Smells good

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Store owner replied: So nice that you’re enjoying it 🧡 Appreciate you sharing this with us.

Customer video review of The Tempest

Identical Dupe! No maturing needed. It was great from the get go. My partner loves it.

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Store owner replied: Awesome! Thank so much for the feedback!💖

Customer photo review of The Tempest

Loving this Eau de perfume. I've always loved the original that this is inspired on however at not the extreme costs. I've already had friends & colleagues as me where I got it from. Hopefully I'll get them to sign up. Again Loving this 😍

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Store owner replied: So glad you’re loving it! 😍 Enjoying the scent without the high price is the best. Thanks for sharing it with your friends too! ✨

Customer photo review of The Tempest

Love this product smells very similar to the original lasts very long highly recommend

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Store owner replied: Thanks so much! Glad you love it and find it long-lasting — really appreciate the recommendation!💖

Customer video review of The Tempest

Its pretty good but not my favorite scent.

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Store owner replied: Thanks for the honest feedback🧡 glad you still found it pretty good 😊

Customer photo review of The Tempest

Delivery was fast! The fragrance is so fresh and unique, love it

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Store owner replied: Thanks heaps! 😊 So glad you’re loving the fresh, unique fragrance — and that it arrived quickly! ✨

Customer video review of The Tempest

The tempest smells like baby powder not my thing.

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Beautiful scent and lasts well

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Store owner replied: So glad you're enjoying it 🧡 Beautiful scent and great longevity — what a perfect combo! 😊

Obsessed with this one, love the longevity too.

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Store owner replied: We love to hear it! Thanks for giving the new scents a try and for the feedback on longevity.

My son likes it.

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I have had the real one befor and it smells the same and last just as long

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Store owner replied: That’s so good to hear! Thanks for sharing. 🧡

Longevity is good for the price — it lasted a good few hours on skin and even longer on clothing. The scents can linger on clothes for nearly a full day with regular wear. It definitely has a stronger lasting power.

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Store owner replied: Thanks for sharing! 😊 Glad to hear you’re happy with the longevity, especially on clothing — we really appreciate the feedback!

They were good with delivery and have good customer service

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Store owner replied: Thanks for sharing! Great to hear everything arrived smoothly and the team looked after you well. 🧡

It is fantastic - the packaging is great, love the magnetic lid, and the smell is just how I remember the inspiration one smelling. Very very happy.

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Store owner replied: Love that! 😍 So glad you’re happy with the scent and packaging—thanks for sharing!

The scent is really close to its inspiration, and I honestly prefer this over that. It's light enough for everyday wear, and only takes a couple of sprays.

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Store owner replied: Love that! 😍 Light, everyday wear that nails the inspiration—sounds like a winner!

The best substitution and cheaper

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Store owner replied: Love this 😍 so glad you’re finding it a great alternative ✨

Love the fragrance so good value for money 💰

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Store owner replied: That's awesome! We really appreciate your feedback. :)

Very nice smell , great size and great price 🤍

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Store owner replied: Thanks for the lovely feedback. We’re glad this one has found a place in your collection. 😊

Smells good

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Store owner replied: Yayy! So glad you like it! 🧡

Light and fresh, my next favourite after Amber Haze! Similar-ish scents, perfect for summer.

The Tempest

Store owner replied: Love that! 😍 So glad it’s your new fave💖

So yum!

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Store owner replied: Awesome! Thanks for the feedback!🧡

Bit lighter then original but still great perfume.

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Store owner replied: Thanks for the feedback! Glad you’re still loving it🥰

My son loved it!

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Store owner replied: So glad your son loved it — thanks so much for sharing!🥰

It’s ok 👍

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate it!💖

Smells better than Le Male edt

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Store owner replied: Wow, love that! 😊 So glad you’re enjoying it—thanks for sharing!

Beautiful smell

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Store owner replied: So glad you like it! 😊 Thanks heaps for sharing!

Smell isn’t what I expected

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Amazing

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Store owner replied: Thanks so much!💖

It was purchased as a present. He absolutely loves it! It smells soooooo good!

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Store owner replied: That’s fantastic! So glad he loves it and the scent is a hit! 💖

I like the scent, not quite for me. But my brother loves it so he no has it. But he agrees with me in one thing. Not a long lasting scent

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love it!!!

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Store owner replied: Yay! Thanks so much!😊

A+ experience!! Great smell, long lasting and fast shipping

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Love it

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Store owner replied: Yay! Thanks a lot!😍

It's a very good aftershave feels fresh and last all day really enjoyed the aroma thankyou Barry.

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Store owner replied: Thanks heaps!😊 Stoked you’re enjoying the fresh, long-lasting scent—really appreciate the feedback!✨

Love the smell.

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Store owner replied: So glad you love it! Enjoy every spritz!😊✨

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