Portrait of a Lady
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Evening Rose
ScentArt
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.
This one's a proper grower, isn't it? Initially, some find it a bit dated or even 'tire rubber-y', but give it time, and Evening Rose unfurls into a rich, sophisticated boozy rose. Its divisive opening mellows into a sensual, dark amber-rose that many adore.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 13% | 20% |
| Fruity | 16% | 17% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 29% | 30% |
| Warm | 22% | 31% |
| Woody | 17% | 9% |
| Earthy | 12% | 11% |
| Animalic | 11% | 5% |
| Fresh | 6% | 5% |
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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 rich, boozy, and smoky character makes it too intense for daily office wear but perfectly suited for evening dates and formal events. Many reviews highlight its 'date night' and 'sophisticated' appeal, leaning towards colder weather and nights out.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Amber, Woody accords and Incense, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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