Mētāl (Parfum)

At the start, green notes, aldehydes, lemon and basil give a sharp freshness, while hyacinth softens it towards the floral. The heart is led by rose, jasmine, tuberose and iris, giving the scent a powdery, floral face. In the base, oakmoss, vetiver, sandalwood and musk dry down to a woody, green, lightly spicy chypre character.

Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate. Most pick spring, autumn and summer, and daily wear and the office get the most votes. Most voters read it as feminine, though a fair number call it classic. Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche and Rabanne Calandre have a close profile.