Frédéric Malle 2000 EDP

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Iris Poudre

by Pierre Bourdon

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Frédéric Malle Iris Poudre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2000, created by Pierre Bourdon. Iris Poudre opens with Bergamot, Orange, Ylang-Ylang, and Carnation, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Violet, and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Frédéric Malle's Iris Poudre carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This isn't just another floral-musk; it's a statement. Iris Poudre is a complex, old money scent that commands respect instantly. Don't expect playful, expect pure, unadulterated class.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Confident
  • Clean
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Iris Poudre 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 Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Built on floral, woody and powdery - a composition that sits best in spring, summer and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal

Its refined, clean floral and powdery character makes it ideal for formal events and the office, projecting professionalism without being overwhelming. While too formal for casual wear, its elegance lends itself well to a sophisticated date night.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • 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

Iris Poudre opens with a bright, almost waxy floral aldehyde burst, accented by juicy orange and a touch of spicy carnation. This quickly settles into a sophisticated heart where lily of the valley and subtle violet underpin a creamy, powdery iris that dominates. The dry-down is magnificent, revealing elegant sandalwood, a hint of amber, and a clean, expensive musk. It's an elevated floral woody composition, undeniably chic with a classic powdery finish.

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Where to buy

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Import charges may apply

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1.7 fl oz (50 ml) 1 offer
Nicchia Luxury UK Delivers to the United States from Italy $158.51/fl oz Free delivery $268.00 Buy →
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) 1 offer
Nicchia Luxury UK Delivers to the United States from Italy $112.97/fl oz Free delivery $382.00 Buy →

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