Agent Provocateur 2006 EDP

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Maitresse

by Christian Provenzano

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Agent Provocateur Maitresse is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Christian Provenzano. Maitresse opens with Ylang-Ylang and Lotus, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Violet Leaf, and Osmanthus, and dries down to a base of Suede, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Agent Provocateur's Maitresse carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive yet intriguing, Maitresse is a complex beast. Some find it a tame, soapy floral; others, a vintage-tinged, subtly seductive musk. It's a gold-dusted boudoir scent that plays the long game, hinting at intrigue rather than screaming for attention.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
  • Powdery
  • Classic
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Maitresse Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

While some find it office-appropriate due to its softer projection and understated elegance, its musky, powdery depth makes it truly shine in more intimate or evening settings. The 'boudoir' vibe means it's less suited for energetic or casual daytime activities.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opening with a flourish of creamy ylang-ylang and delicate lotus, Maitresse quickly settles into a sophisticated floral heart of iris and violet leaf, complemented by the apricot-like sweetness of osmanthus. As it dries, a soft, powdery musk emerges, underpinned by a smooth, almost fluffy suede and a whisper of warm amber and cedar, creating a neo-vintage allure.

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