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How to sample Portrait of a Lady first

Frederic Malle · 2010

The verdict: Sample it first. A grand, dramatic rose that wears like a velvet cape. A classic, and a lot. Sample it before you commit.

Suits: Fans of dramatic rose and patchouli: raspberry, blackcurrant, cinnamon and clove, patchouli, sandalwood and incense.

Smartest way to sample: $8.99 for 1 ml at Fragrances Line

What's in it

Top: RaspberryBlack CurrantCinnamonCloveTurkish Rose

Heart: PatchouliSandalwoodIncense

Base: AmbroxanBenzoinWhite Musk

Sample before you commit

RetailerSizePricePer mlChecked
Fragrances Line10 ml$64.99$6.502026-11-14
Fragrances Line5 ml$34.99$7.002026-11-14
Fragrances Line2 ml$16.99$8.492026-11-14
Fragrances Line1 ml$8.99$8.992026-11-14

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What is the cheapest way to try Portrait of a Lady?

The lowest sample price we track is $8.99 for 1 ml at Fragrances Line ($8.99/ml), checked 2026-11-14.

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