Is Alexandria Fragrances Monaliza a dupe of Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady?
Portrait of a Lady EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2010 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Monaliza Extrait
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A regal rose cloaked in spicy incense and velvet patchouli, Portrait of a Lady is commanding, opulent, and deeply sensual. Not for the timid, but unforgettable for those who want to leave a legacy.
Divisive and bold, Monaliza is a powerful rose-incense combo that people either adore for its beastly performance or dismiss as a harsh, unrefined imitation. Definitely not a safe blind buy, so sample before committing to a bottle.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich, spicy, and ambery character is ideal for cooler weather, with opulent rose and incense blooming in fall and winter. It can work in spring when applied lightly, but is often too intense for hot summer days.
Occasions
This commanding, sensual fragrance is best suited for formal events or romantic evenings, where its projection and complexity shine. Its boldness can overwhelm in professional or sporty settings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong sillage and impressive longevity make it overwhelming for office or casual daytime wear. It's best suited for evenings and formal events where its opulent, warm spicy and amber accords can truly shine without overpowering. Many reviewers note its 'monster-beast' longevity, confirming its suitability for occasions where a lasting presence is desired.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 10 of its 11 notes, including Rose, Patchouli, Sandalwood
Adds ambroxan, drops amber and ambergris
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International (6)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work