Frederic Malle Portrait of a Lady Eau de Parfum is an oriental floral niche fragrance created by perfumer Dominique Ropion, launched in 2010 and named after Henry James's 1881 novel. In 2026, Portrait of a Lady was inducted into The Fragrance Foundation Hall of Fame, recognising its enduring influence on modern perfumery.

The fragrance opens with a striking rose accord layered with clove, raspberry, blackcurrant and cinnamon, deepening into an intense heart of Turkish rose, patchouli, incense, sandalwood and ylang-ylang. It settles into a rich, resinous base of incense, sandalwood, musk, benzoin, amber and vanilla. A bold, opulent rose perfume for women who want a modern, spice-laced take on a classic floral.

Fragrance notes

Top notes: Rose, clove, raspberry, blackcurrant, cinnamon, red berries
Heart notes: Turkish rose, patchouli, incense, sandalwood, ylang-ylang
Base notes: Incense, sandalwood, musk, benzoin, amber, ambergris, cedar, vanilla

Product details

Brand: Frederic Malle
Perfumer: Dominique Ropion
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Volume: 50 ml
Fragrance family: Oriental Floral
Gender: Women
Year launched: 2010
Award: 2026 Fragrance Foundation Hall of Fame

Is Portrait of a Lady a men's or women's fragrance?
Portrait of a Lady is marketed as a women's fragrance, with a bold rose-patchouli-incense profile.

Where can I buy Portrait of a Lady in Singapore?
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Frederic Malle Portrait Of A Lady EDP 50ml