Outrageous!
“Outrageous”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a citrus, white floral composition with a green undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Launched in 2007 by Frederic Malle, Outrageous! is a bold and vibrant creation from perfumer Sophia Grojsman. This fragrance opens with a zesty blend of lime, grapefruit, and green apple, infusing the composition with an invigorating freshness that immediately captures attention. As it evolves, mint and cinnamon add a spicy undertone to the bright citrus notes, creating a dynamic contrast. The heart features neroli and orange blossom, bringing a delicate floral touch before settling into a musky base enriched by aldehydes, cedar, and amber, which adds warmth and depth.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
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Opening
Heart
The Soul
Main Accords
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Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Outrageous! has moderate longevity and sillage, so aim for a light but even application. The top notes are particularly bright and can fade quickly, so reapply once during the day to maintain its vibrancy. This fragrance reads better up close, making it ideal for daytime wear in an office or casual outings.
Sophia Grojsman
Founding perfumer · 55 fragrances · American
As a child, in Belarus, this perfume queen-to-be would run around the garden smelling roses and jasmine, leaving her toys untouched, dismissed. After studying chemistry at university, she emigrated to New York and joined the IFF laboratories where she learned the art of perfumery under the guidance of Ernest Shiftan, one of the greatest American perfumers in history. Sophia was the first perfumer to inverse classical proportions of ingredients in perfumes, having discovered that an overdose of a certain ingredient could propel it to the top of the perfume’s structure. She combined this revolutionary technique with classical perfume structures to create a truly unique aesthetic, one that was to forever shape the art of perfume making. She was also well-known for her endless fascination with rose, a flower she uses in most of her creations. At Frédéric Malle’s request, she applied herself for the first time to the art of scented candles.
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The story behind the bottle.
A bustling city café in the early morning, where the zing of fresh citrus meets the subtle spiciness of cinnamon and mint.
Fig. 01 — Outrageous!, Frederic Malle
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