Acquired

Frédéric Malle 2010 EDP

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Portrait of a Lady

by Dominique Ropion

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Frédéric Malle Portrait of a Lady is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Dominique Ropion. Portrait of a Lady opens with Red Berries, Cinnamon, Clove, and Raspberry, settles into a heart of Sandalwood, Patchouli, Rose, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Vanilla. Frédéric Malle's Portrait of a Lady carries an Acquired verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

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.
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
Portrait of a Lady Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Performance

Longevity
Beast (10+h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

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.

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About

Portrait of a Lady opens with a burst of Turkish rose, drenched in ripe raspberry and blackcurrant, their natural sweetness quickly enveloped by a cloud of clove, cinnamon, and smoky incense. The fragrance blossoms into a heart dominated by velvety patchouli, swirled with creamy sandalwood and balsamic resins. Benzoin and amber lend warmth and depth, while a subtle vanilla-musk base lingers with decadent, dark allure. Majestic, complex, and magnetic, it is the ultimate modern statement rose.