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I’ve heard perfume influencers call this perfume a masterpiece and I was so excited to receive it…really wanted to love it. However, it smells just awful on me. I’m not sure what note in here is so screechy to me, but it’s a scrubber. I get this intense smell of lime and urine. It’s a big no for me.

Just not my jam but may be perfect for someone else

Portrait of a Lady was not for me. The opening felt like clove and cinnamon all at once, and it was a bit too much. As it dried down, all I got was a sharp patchouli smell that never really softened.
It's very strong and I can see it working well in cooler weather, but unfortunately it just wasn't my style.

My scent-memory associates this perfume with a bowl of potpourri from my childhood. Not at all for me. It's quite strong and projects quite a bit.

Honestly, it smells like old lady. Not digging it. Complex and certainly varied, floral bouquet, but not my cup of tea.

Patchouli forward. I like the way it smells but can’t stand patchouli on my skin.

When I first experienced Portrait of a Lady, I thought I was disappointed, it was overhyped and wasn’t anything special. I had to revisit it recently and found that if I was patient enough and let it complete it dry down. I would discover that it is the most Sophisticated complex rose floral fragrance. that is absolutely gorgeous. Now I’m re-ordering a larger decant. I am in love with this dark velvety Rose fragrance that is supported by deeper essences. The masterpiece composition is worth the price. I now have to have this one in my collection

I believe I am in the minority here; I know I am. POAL is not for me. It came off as old and dusty. Disappointing. It's compared to Diptyque's Eau Capitale, which I LOVE! Both chypres. I honestly could not connect with it.
Thank you Scent Split while I continue my Rose journey.

POAL never lets me down. I’ve worn it twice since I purchased and got plenty of compliments the longevity and projection is very good on my skin

This is, simply put, a masterpiece. A thick, bold, and beautiful fragrance with longevity and projection.