French Lover by Frederic Malle is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men. French Lover was launched in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Bourdon. Top notes are Galbanum and Spices; middle notes are Angelica, Cedar and Incense; base notes are Vetiver, Oakmoss and White Musk.
Perfume Composition
Woody
Musky
Amber
Aromatic
Earthy
Green
Powdery
Warm Spicy
Mossy
Balsamic
Frederic Malle French Lover
Pros
- A dry and bitter fragrance with a sophisticated vetiver
- Rustic and woody scent perfect for cold and green environments
- One of the best niche fragrances of the last 15 years
- Masculine scent with contemporary Malle feel
- Incense and spices make the fragrance even better
- Successfully balances refined and crude elements
- Full bottle-worthy fragrance with amazing lasting power
- Utilizes top-notch materials and phenomenal perfumery skills
Cons
- Poor performance compared to its price point
- Fades away quickly after application
- Fresh cut grass smell may not be appealing to everyone
- Atrocious performance and reformulation after Frederic Malle was acquired by Estee Lauder
- Labdanum is too strong for some
- Sour and bitter scent on some skin types
- Offensive odor similar to ammoniak or cheap aftershave to some noses
- May be too primitive or lacking imagination for some
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