Portrait of a Lady
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
The Artist No. 2
While both share rose, sandalwood, and warm, spicy, amber, woody accords, Portrait of a Lady is a refined, mid-priced rose-patchouli masterpiece. The Artist No. 2, a budget-friendly alternative, amplifies the spicy and woody elements for a bolder, more challenging wear. Portrait of a Lady offers a sophisticated, balanced experience, while The Artist No. 2 leans into a daring, statement-making profile. If you prefer nuanced elegance, choose Portrait of a Lady. For a powerful, unapologetic scent, The Artist No. 2 is the clear winner.
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a smoother, more refined rose fragrance.
- You appreciate high-quality ingredients and masterful blending.
- You want a fragrance suitable for elegant occasions.
- You prefer a fragrance with moderate sillage.
- You want a powerful, long-lasting fragrance.
- You enjoy bold, spicy, and woody scents.
- You're looking for a fragrance that makes a strong statement.
- You want a similar scent profile on a budget.
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 is an absolute bruiser, inspiring fervent devotion and outright disgust in equal measure. If you're after a shy floral, look elsewhere. For a bold, take-no-prisoners statement, this might just be your beast.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 2% |
| Floral | 13% | 16% |
| Fruity | 16% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 0% |
| Sweet | 29% | 12% |
| Warm | 22% | 23% |
| Woody | 17% | 38% |
| Earthy | 12% | 18% |
| Animalic | 11% | 21% |
| Fresh | 6% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
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
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
This powerful and divisive scent, with reports of beast mode performance post-maceration, is far too imposing for an office or casual setting. It’s perfect for formal, authoritative occasions or a daring evening date where you want to make an unforgettable statement.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Amber accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.