Metal Absolu
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Side by side
Metal Absolu vs. Fille en Aiguilles
Fille en Aiguilles rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Metal Absolu | Fille en Aiguilles | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Absolu | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2016 | 2009 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Justine Baligand-Brivet | Christopher Sheldrake, Serge Lutens |
| Best season | Spring | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Metal Absolu
Citrus
Fresh Spicy
Fresh
Aldehydic
Woody
Aromatic
Green
Herbal
Fille en Aiguilles
Woody
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Conifer
Smoky
Balsamic
Warm Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
LemongrassGinger
—Heart
AldehydesGreen Tea
IncensePine NeedlesBalsam FirDried FruitsSpicy NotesBay LeafVetiverHerbaceous NotesSolar Notes
Base
CedarwoodJava VetiverAmber
—Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Metal Absolu | Fille en Aiguilles | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This is cedarwood that hums instead of shouts. The aldehydes give it a cool, almost clinical edge, that sharp green tea accord that arrives mid-drydown keeps things interesting.Metal Absolu
Fille en Aiguilles is not a safe blind buy. The pine needles hit with an almost aggressive sharpness before the incense and dried fruits soften the edges.Fille en Aiguilles