Frédéric Malle does things a little differently when it comes to perfumery. Known as a sort of perfume publisher who collaborates with the best perfumers in the world to create original and exceptional fragrances, each Frédéric Malle perfume blends the finest ingredients and the most innovative methods to produce seriously one of a kind bottles.
Frédéric Malle came from a hard-to-beat background when it comes to the industry: his grandfather, Serge Heftler-Louiche, was the founder of Parfums Christian Dior, while his mother was the artistic director of Parfums Christian Dior.
Some of the most celebrated perfumers who have worked with Frédéric Malle include Dominique Ropion, Jean-Claude Ellena, Edmond Roudnitska, Olivia Giacobetti, and Pierre Bourdon. Known as expressions of art, culture, and emotion, each of these remarkable bottles more than deserves a space in your fragrance wardrobe. Read on for all of the finest!
1. Portrait Of A Lady by Frederic Malle
Deep, smooth, and impeccably blended: Portrait Of A Lady by Frederic Malle is everything a niche perfume brand best represents and it’s no wonder this gorgeous scent is so endlessly popular. Portrait Of A Lady is warm, spicy, amber-hued, and subtly woody, promising a trail of decadent notes like Turkish rose, raspberry, black currant, and cinnamon.
Recommended related fragrances: Mademoiselle Ricci by Nina Ricci, Narciso Rodriguez by Narciso Rodriguez, Paloma Picasso by Paloma Picasso
2. Une Rose by Frederic Malle
Everything about Une Rose by Frederic Malle is seriously empowering: this is a rose scent unlike anything you’ve seen before. Wave goodbye to the notions of a soft, feminine, subtle floral scent. Instead, Une Rose is all about blending that key rose accord with aromatics and green notes with a deliciously fresh, spicy finish.
Recommended related fragrances: Be Delicious by Donna Karan, Sparkling White Diamonds by Elizabeth Taylor, Aromatics Elixir by Clinique
3. L’eau D’hiver by Frederic Malle
L’eau D’hiver by Frederic Malle takes you on a journey back to a more traditional time of perfumery, championing accords like powder, musk, and iris. A fragrant sketch of winter, it blends white heliotrope, gentle citrus, balmy iris, and a drop of honey. The result? A romantic, balanced scent that’s genderless.
Recommended related fragrances: Burberry Brit by Burberry, English Lavender by Yardley London, Liaisons Dangereuses by Kilian
4. Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle
Don’t be put off by its musk name: Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle is far more spicy and vanilla-hued than anything overly subtle. This rich, mesmerizing scent opens with a contrasting blast of lavender and bergamot, which paves the way for a heart of cinnamon and cloves and a deep, intense base of sandalwood, tonka bean, vanilla, and guaia.
Recommended related fragrances: Mancera Cedrat Boise by Mancera, Mancera Aoud Lemon Mint by Mancera, Mancera Red Tobacco by Mancera
5. Lipstick Rose by Frederic Malle
Love a vintage fragrance? Give Lipstick Rose by Frederic Malle a try. A classic scent designed for anyone looking to build upon that traditional feminine aura, Lipstick Rose is soft and floral, highlighting gorgeous vintage-esque hues of violet, rose, white musk, and vanilla. Pay attention to its subtle raspberry note, which brings this fragrance firmly into the modern era.
Recommended related fragrances: Nirvana White by Elizabeth And James, Vanderbilt by Gloria Vanderbilt, Laura by Laura Biagotti
6. Carnal Flower by Frederic Malle
Wear Carnal Flower by Frederic Malle in the heat and you’ll be able to enjoy each of its complex notes almost individually, in the best way possible. This white floral perfume blooms with a heavy tuberose note, balanced with woody, sweet, and coconutty accords. Inspired by Frederic Malle’s visit to California, Carnal Flower was designed to be almost intoxicatingly good.
Recommended related fragrances: Green Tea by Elizabeth Arden, Quelques Fleurs by Houbigant, Vetiver Extraordinaire by Frederic Malle
7. Synthetic Jungle by Frederic Malle
Looking for a new springtime fragrance? Synthetic Jungle by Frederic Malle is a top choice for all genders with its fresh, zingy, green notes. A walk through a just-bloomed garden, Synthetic Jungle blends delicious blackcurrant and basil with a heap of white florals and a clean, serene dry down. Its patchouli base note ensures this fragrance lasts for hours on the skin.
Recommended related fragrances: Green Irish Tweed by Creed, Erolfa by Creed, Equipage by Hermes
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Georgie Darling is a freelance lifestyle and travel writer from London, England. Her work has been published in ELLE, Yahoo, Red, Grazia, and Tripadvisor, amongst others. When she’s not writing, Georgie spends most of her time travelling to new countries and scuba diving. She’s been an avid fragrance lover since a young age and considers Alaïa by Alaïa Paris to be her signature scent.
