Description
Launched in 2010, Portrait of a Lady by Frédéric Malle is much more than a perfume: it's an olfactory manifesto of sophisticated femininity, luxury, and power. Created by renowned perfumer Dominique Ropion , this fragrance has become a true icon of niche perfumery , thanks to its intensity, refinement, and unforgettable sillage.
The opening reveals a vibrant accord of rose, clove, raspberry, blackcurrant, cinnamon, and red berries , awakening the senses with power and sensuality. At its heart, Turkish rose blends with patchouli, incense, sandalwood, and ylang-ylang , creating a deep, spicy floral bouquet. Finally, the base is warm and enveloping, with incense, sandalwood, musk, benzoin, amber, cedarwood, ambergris, and vanilla , prolonging the experience with an elegant and magnetic finish.
Olfactory Notes:
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Top notes: Rose, Clove, Raspberry, Blackcurrant, Cinnamon, Red Berries
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Heart: Turkish Rose, Patchouli, Frankincense, Sandalwood, Ylang-ylang
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Base notes: Incense, Sandalwood, Musk, Benzoin, Amber, Cedarwood, Ambergris, Vanilla
Why you'll love it:
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One of the most iconic and elegant niche fragrances.
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Created by Dominique Ropion, master perfumer.
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Extraordinary intensity and fixation.
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A sophisticated, complex, and magnetic aroma.
Ideal for: women looking for an iconic, luxurious and sophisticated perfume, capable of leaving a lasting impression with every step.