Ici vs Classique

Ici is remembered fondly by the community as an early gourmand fragrance with a sweet vanilla and floral profile that was ahead of its time. While the original is difficult to find, community members have identified several modern alternatives like Sabrina Carpenter's Sweet Tooth Caramel Dream and Mugler Angel as reasonable approximations of the original scent experience.

The r/fragrance community recognizes Classique by Jean Paul Gaultier primarily for its iconic bottle design and collectible value rather than its fragrance profile. While acknowledged as a classic with historical importance, the scent itself receives minimal discussion, suggesting it may be less relevant to current fragrance enthusiasts compared to contemporary alternatives.