Portrait of a Lady
Raspberry, blackcurrant, clove — read like that it sounds simple. Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady is not.
Released
2010
Concentration
Eau de Parfum
Nose
House from
France
Retail
$295 / 50ml
Rated
4.06/5
How it moves
Raspberry, blackcurrant and clove hit first, the way an opening line should. Underneath, Turkish Rose and patchouli settle in and take over. Last to go: incense, sandalwood and musk.
What wearers say
4.06 out of 5 across 11,500 ratings — well loved, and not quietly.
- Revered as a dark, opulent rose-patchouli with incense and spice; described as regal, dramatic, and unmistakably luxurious.
- Performance is legendary by consensus, with powerhouse projection and longevity that can outlast a full day and scent a room.
- Considered a bold cool-weather and evening statement rather than versatile; some find the patchouli-rose too heavy or old-school.
Who made it
Dominique Ropion composed it in 2010, for Frédéric Malle in France. Ropion's monumental rose-patchouli for Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, widely revered as a modern masterpiece.
Wear it with
- Tom Ford Oud WoodSmoky oud-sandalwood enhances the incense and earthy patchouli
- By Kilian Love, Don't Be ShyMarshmallow-vanilla sweetness softens the dark rose and spice
- Serge Lutens Ambre SultanAmber warmth makes the rich rose even more enveloping
Wear it for less
There are 16 ways to wear this for less. The closest costs $23 — $272 back in your pocket, and nobody standing near you will know.
- 01 P Portrait of a LadyPalermo Perfumes $23 −$272
- 02
PERFUME OIL #32The Dupe Spot $26 −$269 - 03
The Artist No. 2Maison Alhambra $30 −$265 - 04
Portrait of a LadyThe Essence Vault 100ml $32 −$263 - 05
184Blossom Perfumery 100ml $34 −$261 - 06
Portrait Of A Lady #32The Dupe Spot 100ml $36 −$259 - 07
The Artist No. 1Maison Alhambra $40 −$255 - 08
Street MuralScent Labz $40 −$255 - 09
Portrait of a LadyMatch Perfumes 100ml $41 −$254 - 10
Portrait of a LadyThe Essence Vault 100ml $51 −$244 - 11
The Essence VaultThe Essence Vault 100ml $51 −$244 - 12
Portrait of a LadyThe Essence Vault 100ml $51 −$244 - 13
IntrigueAromaPassions 100ml $69 −$226 - 14
Portrait of a LadyOil Perfumery 60ml $90 −$205 - 15
MonalizaAlexandria Fragrances 100ml $110 −$185 - 16
Dame PaintingPerfume Parlour 120ml $146 −$149
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- What smells like Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady?
- We list 16 bottles built to smell like it, including Portrait of a Lady by Palermo Perfumes, PERFUME OIL #32 by The Dupe Spot, The Artist No. 2 by Maison Alhambra and Portrait of a Lady by The Essence Vault.
- What is the cheapest alternative to Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady?
- Portrait of a Lady by Palermo Perfumes, at $23. Prices are read from each shop and re-checked.
- How much cheaper are the alternatives?
- Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady is listed at $295 for 50ml. The bottles that smell like it run from $23 to $146.
- Who made Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady?
- It was composed by Dominique Ropion, released in 2010 for Frédéric Malle.