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Frederic Malle

Portrait of a Lady

2010 · For women · Amber & Resinous

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Accord profile

warm spicy15%amber12%rose12%woody11%patchouli9%balsamic9%fruity9%smoky8%floral7%powdery7%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Portrait of a Lady (2010) opens with a sharp, spicy burst: clove, cinnamon, and black currant sharpen a vivid raspberry-rose accord. The heart deepens into Turkish rose, patchouli, and incense, with sandalwood and ylang-ylang adding creamy floral warmth. The base is a resinous, ambery bed of benzoin, vanilla, musk, amber, cedar, and ambergris that lingers for hours. The overall composition is a bold oriental floral, dominated by warm spicy (100%), amber (84%), and rose (81%) accords, with substantial woody (74%) and patchouli (64%) facets.

This is a statement scent for collectors who appreciate rich, complex orientals with a prominent rose-patchouli core. It suits those who enjoy vintage-style opulence and are comfortable with a fragrance that projects strongly and lasts. Ideal for evening wear, cooler months, or formal occasions, it demands confidence and a tolerance for spice and resin. Not for the faint of heart, but a modern classic for those who love depth and longevity.

中文簡介

《Portrait of a Lady》以丁香、肉桂、黑加侖子與紅莓揭開序幕,玫瑰與覆盆子交織出辛辣果香。中調轉為土耳其玫瑰、廣藿香與焚香,檀香與依蘭依蘭添上柔滑花香。基調是安息香、雲呢拿、麝香、琥珀、雪松與龍涎香的樹脂琥珀底蘊,溫暖而持久。整體屬東方花香調,以暖辛(100%)、琥珀(84%)與玫瑰(81%)為主導,木質(74%)與廣藿香(64%)緊隨其後。

此香適合鍾情濃郁複雜、復古華麗風格的收藏家,尤其喜愛玫瑰廣藿香組合的人。氣場強大,留香持久,最宜晚間、秋冬或正式場合使用。需有自信駕馭,不適合偏好清淡者。

Reference data

HouseFrederic Malle
NamePortrait of a Lady
Launched2010
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyAmber & Resinous
Notes recorded19
Accords10

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