Portrait of a Lady
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Frederic Malle

Portrait of a Lady

9.0
Excellent
EDPFeminine2010$$$$ Luxury

Portrait of a Lady is Dominique Ropion's masterwork for Frederic Malle, a monumental rose-patchouli-incense composition of staggering beauty. Widely regarded as one of the greatest perfumes ever created, it paints a rich, dark portrait of feminine power through hundreds of roses and deep, smoky resins.

Performance

LongevityBeast Mode
ProjectionStrong

Accords

rosewoodybalsamicwarm spicysmoky

Fragrance Notes

Best Seasons

fallwinter

Best Occasions

date-nightformal

Notes Pyramid

Top
rosecloveraspberry
Middle
patchouliincensecinnamonsandalwood
Base
ambermuskbenzoinfrankincense

FAQ

Why is Portrait of a Lady so highly rated?

Portrait of a Lady is considered a masterpiece due to its extraordinary complexity, beautiful evolution, and the way it blends hundreds of Turkish roses with dark patchouli and incense. It's a work of art.

How long does Portrait of a Lady last?

Portrait of a Lady delivers beast-mode longevity of 12-16+ hours with strong projection. The patchouli-incense base is incredibly persistent on both skin and clothing.

Can men wear Portrait of a Lady?

While marketed as feminine, many men wear and love Portrait of a Lady. Its dark, smoky character transcends gender, though the heavy rose content leans feminine.