Matrix Metal by The Harmonist
Brand: The Harmonist
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
A hot-and-cold woody: metallic notes, cardamom and nutmeg over white tea, cyclamen and vetiver, on redwood, sandalwood and white musk.
Is Matrix Metal worth it?
How it smells: Opens with metallic notes, cardamom and nutmeg, white tea and cyclamen at the heart, then dries down to sequoia and sandalwood.
Scent Score: 66/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 68, versatility 73, layerability 51 and value 68, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for the office and daytime. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2021 · Unisex
Key accords: Metallic Notes, Cardamom, Nutmeg, White Tea, Cyclamen, Vetiver
Top Notes
- Metallic Notes
- Cardamom
- Nutmeg
Heart Notes
- White Tea
- Cyclamen
- Vetiver
Base Notes
- Sequoia
- Sandalwood
- White Musk
Occasions: Office, Daytime, Evening
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Matrix Metal by The Harmonist belongs to the woody fragrance family. A hot-and-cold woody: metallic notes, cardamom and nutmeg over white tea, cyclamen and vetiver, on redwood, sandalwood and white musk. Matrix Metal opens with Metallic Notes, Cardamom, and Nutmeg. The heart brings White Tea, Cyclamen, and Vetiver. It dries down to Sequoia, Sandalwood, and White Musk.
How to wear Matrix Metal
On skin, Matrix Metal by The Harmonist has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office, daytime, and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Lost Cherry by Tom Ford. Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 2 sprays Lost Cherry and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Matrix Metal opens with Metallic Notes, Cardamom, and Nutmeg.
The heart brings White Tea, Cyclamen, and Vetiver.
It dries down to Sequoia, Sandalwood, and White Musk.
What to layer with Matrix Metal
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Chinatown by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chinatown on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 1 spray Chinatown
Central Park West by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Central Park West on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 2 sprays Central Park West
Layton by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Layton on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 1 spray Layton
Journey Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and nutmeg.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Journey Woman on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 1 spray Journey Woman
Pairings to approach with care
Double Attack by Mind Games
Not Recommended · 32/99
Double Attack has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Double Attack brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Double Attack on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 1 spray Double Attack
Aventus by Creed
Not Recommended · 32/99
Aventus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Aventus brings a fruity contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aventus on top for fruity lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 1 spray Aventus
Related fragrances and why
- Lost Cherry by Tom Ford — Both include vetiver and sandalwood.
- Chinatown by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include cardamom and sandalwood.
- Central Park West by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include vetiver and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Matrix Metal?
Matrix Metal opens with Metallic Notes, Cardamom, and Nutmeg. The heart brings White Tea, Cyclamen, and Vetiver. It dries down to Sequoia, Sandalwood, and White Musk.
How long does Matrix Metal last, and how strong is it?
Matrix Metal by The Harmonist has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Matrix Metal?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office, daytime, and evening.
What layers well with Matrix Metal?
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and sandalwood. Apply Matrix Metal first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Matrix Metal : 2 sprays Lost Cherry.
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