Portrait of a Lady. Exposed

To commemorate the 15th anniversary of this legendary fragrance, Éditions de Parfum Frédéric Malle invited renowned British fashion photographer David Sims to capture the Lady’s multifaceted essence in a series of portraits.

A true artistic statement, Portrait of a Lady. Exposed is a visual exploration of modern femininity—kaleidoscopic and ever-evolving. Beautifully diverse and delightfully paradoxical.

A celebration of the infinite incarnations of the cult fragrance by Éditions de Parfum Frédéric Malle.

It’s not just a perfume, it’s an attitude. Elegant yet subversive.
Subtle yet exuberant. Graceful yet powerful. A Lady who embraces all her contradictions

It’s not just a perfume, it’s an aura—an invisible presence you can’t see but undeniably feel. A hypnotic signature that captivates all in its wake.

As refined as it is bold, Portrait of a Lady embodies the essence of what happens when a master perfumer is given complete creative freedom. This magical formula epitomizes the distinct vision of Éditions de Parfum Frédéric Malle since its inception in 2000.

The Lady Exposed

Portrait of a lady

By Dominique Ropion

Rose, patchouli, sandalwood, incense

 

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