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Frédéric Malle 2000 EDT

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Iris Poudre

by Pierre Bourdon

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Frédéric Malle Iris Poudre is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2000, created by Pierre Bourdon. Iris Poudre opens with Bergamot, Orange, Grapefruit, and Rosewood, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Leather, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Musk, Amber, and Cedar. Frédéric Malle's Iris Poudre carries a Favourite verdict, a powdery-led wear.

This one is definitely a love-it-or-hate-it with a capital L and H. Some find it a masterpiece of aldehydic iris, embodying elegance and refinement. Others? They're getting dirty nappy, public loo, and cheap baby wipes. Proceed with caution.
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
Iris Poudre Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its sophisticated and classic profile, coupled with a generally moderate projection, makes it suitable for office and formal events. While some find its longevity inconsistent, it's generally too elegant and composed for casual or sport wear.

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About

Iris Poudre opens with a sparkling, clean burst of aldehydes, grapefruit, and bergamot, quickly softening into a complex floral heart. Orris and iris provide a rich, earthy powderiness, complemented by the delicate sweetness of violet and rose, and a touch of indolic floralcy from jasmine and ylang-ylang. The base settles into a sophisticated blend of woods - cedar, sandalwood, vetiver, and ebony - with a clean musk and a whisper of vanilla and tonka bean, leaving a refined, powdery trail.