Frederic Malle French Lover EDP

Description

French Lover is a green, spicy woody built around angelica. Composed by Pierre Bourdon for Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle in 2007 (it is sold as Bois d'Orage in some markets), it pairs angelica with galbanum, pimento and Florentine iris, then vetiver and cedar, over frankincense, patchouli and white musk. The house frames it as the quiet seduction of a man with nothing to prove. It smells green, peppery and woody, dry rather than sweet.

Scent Character

Translation: a woody core with a noticeable incense smokiness, lifted by green spice and a touch of iris.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Galbanum, Pimento, Florentine Iris
• Heart: Angelica, Vetiver, Cedar
• Base: Frankincense, Musk, Patchouli

Performance

Longevity: Good, roughly 7–9 hours on skin.
Sillage: Moderate to strong.
Projection: Around two to three feet early on, then an arm's-length aura.

Best Occasions & Season

Spring and Fall are its best seasons. Office, everyday and relaxed occasions. Marketed for men. Skip it if you prefer sweet or gourmand fragrances.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Pierre Bourdon
House: Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, Paris, France
Launched: 2007, also sold as Bois d'Orage

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A hand-poured 10mL decant is $39.99, enough for weeks of daily wear.

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FAQ

Is French Lover the same as Bois d'Orage?
Yes. Frédéric Malle sells the same fragrance as Bois d'Orage in some countries.

What does it smell like?
Green angelica and galbanum with pepper, then vetiver, cedar and a dry incense base.

Does it contain oud?
No. The smoky depth is frankincense with patchouli.

Is it men's or women's?
Marketed for men.