Portrait of a Lady 15th Anniversary
“Portrait of a Lady 15th Anniversary by Frederic Malle is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women”
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Warmly received so far — a warm spicy, amber composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.
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Portrait of a Lady 15th Anniversary by Frederic Malle, launched in 2025 and crafted by Dominique Ropion, is a Chypre Floral fragrance that marries warmth with depth. The composition opens with a burst of black currant and raspberry, creating an initial fruity contrast to the rich heart notes of Turkish rose and incense. The base layers of patchouli, sandalwood, and ambergris anchor the scent, providing a smoky and balsamic finish that lingers long after application. This fragrance is a proof of Frederic Malle's commitment to niche perfumery, offering an intricate blend that captures both sophistication and warmth.
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Given its strong sillage and long-lasting nature, Portrait of a Lady 15th Anniversary requires only one or two sprays. The fruity top notes fade within an hour but make way for a rich heart that persists through the day. Best worn in cooler weather to enhance its warm, smoky base.
Dominique Ropion
Founding perfumer · 344 fragrances · French
Dominique Ropion is a daring perfectionist, a true inventor. The risks he takes are invariably accompanied by a relentless pursuit of exact olfactory balance and flawless composition. His perfumes are like great architectural feats: in the same way that a bridge, whose seemingly miraculous suspension of weight is in fact a harnessing of counteracting forces, Dominique often balances excessive doses of powerful ingredients with meticulously-measured, subtler accords, until the composition holds up on its own. A good perfume, he likes to say, must always appear obvious.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet elegance of a well-appointed study, where the warmth of wood and leather is complemented by subtle floral undertones.
Fig. 01 — Portrait of a Lady 15th Anniversary, Frederic Malle
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