Metal Flower by The Harmonist
Brand: The Harmonist
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Guillaume Flavigny's sharp-edged rose: aldehydes, rose oxides and orange blossom over rose de mai, Bulgarian rose and ylang-ylang, on patchouli and white musk.
Is Metal Flower worth it?
How it smells: Opens with rose, aldehydes and orange blossom, rose de mai and Bulgarian rose at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and white musk.
Scent Score: 50/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 39, versatility 73, layerability 54 and value 39, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2016 · Women
Key accords: Rose, Aldehydes, Orange Blossom, Rose de Mai, Bulgarian Rose, Ylang-Ylang
Top Notes
- Rose
- Aldehydes
- Orange Blossom
Heart Notes
- Rose de Mai
- Bulgarian Rose
- Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Evening, Daytime
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Metal Flower by The Harmonist belongs to the floral fragrance family. Guillaume Flavigny's sharp-edged rose: aldehydes, rose oxides and orange blossom over rose de mai, Bulgarian rose and ylang-ylang, on patchouli and white musk. Metal Flower opens with Rose, Aldehydes, and Orange Blossom. The heart brings Rose de Mai, Bulgarian Rose, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Patchouli and White Musk.
How to wear Metal Flower
On skin, Metal Flower by The Harmonist has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office, evening, and daytime. Its best layering match in the catalog is Bleu de Chanel by Chanel. Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Metal Flower : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Metal Flower opens with Rose, Aldehydes, and Orange Blossom.
The heart brings Rose de Mai, Bulgarian Rose, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Patchouli and White Musk.
What to layer with Metal Flower
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and white musk.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, patchouli, and white musk.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 2 sprays Nomade
Patchouli Magnetik by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and patchouli.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Patchouli Magnetik on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 1 spray Patchouli Magnetik
Naked Neroli by Born To Stand Out
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and citrus scents naturally complement each other, and they share orange blossom, ylang-ylang, and white musk.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Naked Neroli on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 2 sprays Naked Neroli
Aqua Vitae Cologne forte by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share orange blossom, ylang-ylang, and white musk.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aqua Vitae Cologne forte on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 2 sprays Aqua Vitae Cologne forte
Pairings to approach with care
Amber Oud Rouge Edition by Al Haramain
Not Recommended · 32/99
Amber Oud Rouge Edition has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Amber Oud Rouge Edition brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Oud Rouge Edition on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 1 spray Amber Oud Rouge Edition
Guidance 46 by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 33/99
Guidance 46 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Guidance 46 brings an amber contrast to this floral scent, and they share rose.
Order: Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Guidance 46 on top for amber lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Metal Flower : 1 spray Guidance 46
Related fragrances and why
- Bleu de Chanel by ChanelTrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include patchouli and white musk.
- Nomade by ChloéBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include rose, patchouli, and white musk.
- Patchouli Magnetik by Maison Crivelli — Both include rose and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Metal Flower?
Metal Flower opens with Rose, Aldehydes, and Orange Blossom. The heart brings Rose de Mai, Bulgarian Rose, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Patchouli and White Musk.
How long does Metal Flower last, and how strong is it?
Metal Flower by The Harmonist has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Metal Flower?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits office, evening, and daytime.
What layers well with Metal Flower?
Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and white musk. Apply Metal Flower first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bleu de Chanel on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Metal Flower : 2 sprays Bleu de Chanel.
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