73 community ratings

Metaphor

Name: Metaphor
Brand: La Rive

2024WomenModern

8.1/ 10

Community score
73 ratings

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La Rive Metaphor is a fresh, floral women's perfume that suits fall and spring days best.

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Skunky's take: That just-out-of-the-shower feeling, clean and fresh.

How does it perform?

From 64 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

7.2 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

6.9 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle

6.5 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Value for money

9.5 /10

Easily worth what it costs.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

85% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Floral
Fruity
Sweet
Spicy
Powdery

What does Metaphor smell like?

Bergamot and pear open light and slightly fruity. In the heart, tuberose, orange blossom and jasmine sambac lead; the florals carry a sweet, powdery feel with a touch of spice behind them. Vetiver, patchouli, vanilla and ambroxan settle it onto a soft, warm base.

Voters find the longevity good and the sillage moderate; most pick fall and spring, then winter. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, with evening and office use also fitting. Most voters read it as feminine and modern. Rue Broca Nexa Musée and Hamidi Oud & Perfumes Peach Musk have a close profile.