Metal Lavender

I absolutely love this fragrance. It’s not your typical barbershop-style lavender scent at all. On my skin, it smells like a clean, fresh lavender blended beautifully with cashmeran and musk. I honestly don’t really understand the “Metal” aspect people mention because I don’t get strong metallic notes from it. To me, this feels more like a Spring, Summer, and maybe early Fall fragrance. If you’re someone who enjoys lavender-based scents, you’ll probably love this one. But if you’re not really into lavender fragrances, this probably won’t change your mind. I highly recommend getting a sample first, or even the 6ml travel size for $50 from the official Matiere Premiere website. The performance is also very solid and lasts a long time on my skin. I can honestly see Aurélien Guichard making an Extrait version of Metal Lavender sometime down the line. Alongside Metal Lavender, I also purchased the Tubéreuse Grasse candle, and it smells incredible. It definitely reminds me of French Flower, which I’m extremely happy about. At this point, I’ll most likely end up buying all of the new candles he releases on the website. Overall, I really enjoy this fragrance and can definitely see myself buying a 50ml bottle in the future. The performance is solid, especially if you sweat a lot because the musk projects even more off the skin. The scent profile itself is amazing — very clean, fresh, and airy with a smooth lavender presence. Honestly, it reminds me of walking into an expensive luxury hotel. Matiere Premiere never seems to disappoint me. 10/10.

I think people interpreting “metal” as metallic is a misstep, and if that’s your sticking point, I take the “metal” to mean clean. It’s really just super lavender forward, and quite linear, which is fine. If you love lavender, you’ll love this. Obviously perfume that smells like lavender isn’t groundbreaking, but as someone who enjoys that scent, I’m getting a full bottle. The singularity of the note reminds me of how Escentric Molecules produces their Molecule line. Which again, is great if you want one particular note. Projection is moderate, longevity is about the same, and about what I expect from this house’s EDP line. If you own anything else from MP, you’ll have a good idea of how this performs. Projection: 7/10 Longevity: 7/10 Scent: 8/10 Full bottle: Yes. If you’re a fan of clean lavender, it’s an easy summer reach.

I bought this because I love the brand Matiere Premier and of course because I live near Grasse. I support most French brands and make sure they are fairly judged. I have Radical Rose (my first purchase from MP), then Crystal Saffron, then my fav in summer, Neroli Oranger. I tried a sample of Metal Lavender thinking I would not it because I don’t normally associate perfume with lavender. Not for me anyway. I fell in love and there is something I cannot explain - not lavender not musk but whatever it is it stays on my wrist for hours, mesmerising me, taking me back to find memories... lavender fields? I rally can’t explain it. I accept some people don’t like this but as someone here mentioned, perfume is so subjective. One man’s rose is another one’s thorn. I’d say, try it on for a day and decide for yourself.

Omg yall really hate this one??? I think this is sexy. Woody,lavender and musk (that thank god does not smell like persil) and ALOT of Ambroxan. The sillage and longevity is great (well, i mean, thats what i would expect when im paying half a kidney for a perfume) Pretty unisex even tho i think this can lean slightly masculine, im new to metallic fragrances,the only one that i know is BCR540 and i think metallic is one of my new favourite accords. Would i buy it? Maybe,after running it trough multiple wear tests.

i cannot agree with the people who say this is horrendous. it’s a beautiful metallic- powdery floral, the lavender note is not strong but it is definitely there in the background. it dries down beautiful! i cannot keep my nose away from my hand when i have this sprayed on my wrist! i bought this purely out of curiosity and love at first sniff, i haven’t looked up the reviews online before purchasing and i am happy i didn’t. this has easily became one of my favourite scents in my library

Absolute love for me. It’s so clean smelling and very long lasting on my skin. The longevity is quite impressive. Had compliments from work colleagues who asked me where did I buy it. Very nice subtle lavender and not an old fashioned lavender scent. It’s a modern take on it with musk and a slight metallic vibe that sticks around all day. Had to buy the 100ml and had a 6ml free bottle along with a tester set of other Matiere Premiere fragrances.

It opens with a realistic natural lavender scent that immediately brings in the energy of calm, then you start detecting those musky/cold/dry metal-like notes that compliment the lavender in such a unique way. After several hours you’ll still smell it. After a day, on your clothes, you’ll smell a base that’s quite similar to vanilla powder but without the vanilla, and it’s just so beautiful 🤍

In my opinion, it's certainly not a complex fragrance, but I find it interesting enough to have a place in my collection as a spring/summer scent. It opens with a fresh, metallic lavender that softens over time, and finishes with a very pleasant, creamy, musky base. Good longevity, at least on my skin. In the same vein as Crystal Saffron, but a little more approachable and subtle.

Opening is like a lavender cologne. Very sharp of lavender. Then after 15 min. it changes to soft, creamy-clean, musky fragrance with a hint of lavender under all other molecules. No loud lavender is there anymore. I like it. Longevity is very good but I can not get it after a few hours. People around me do. I actually don’t agree with the bad comments. Thats a nice one

I’m convinced people hating on this fragrance just do not like lavender. I’m a lavender lover and this is beautiful. I can’t stop sniffing it. It’s a calming musky lavender. I’m considering a fb.

last long and I really like it I'd say its more spring vibes for me.

Newest trial. I was gifted a sample and was very curious about it, as normally I don’t really like a lavender profile. Metal Lavender surprised me because I expected something colder and sharper from the name, but on my skin it feels more like a clean, modern lavender with a metallic edge rather than a truly metal perfume. The opening is very aromatic, almost electric- lavender, something fresh, slightly bitter and very clean. Not old-fashioned barbershop lavender, not herbal tea. After a while it becomes much more comfortable. For me this is not a dramatic perfume, and maybe not the most emotional one from the brand, but it is very wearable. A good choice if you like lavender but want it modern and abstract. Longevity is good, projection is moderate. More intimate than loud.

Metal Lavender by Matiere Premiere is exactly my kind of fragrance. It opens with a sharp, metallic lavender that's unlike anything else I've tried, and as it dries down, that metallic edge softens into a clean, musky lavender that's incredibly comforting. The lavender is what makes this one for me. It's one of my favourite notes, and it's especially nostalgic because my mum always had lavender oils and other lavender-scented products around the house when I was growing up. Performance is excellent too, with 8+ hours on my skin. Sillage is moderate, but it leaves really nice scent trails. If you love lavender, it's definitely worth checking out. Overall, it's an 8/10 from me.

Either detergent brands are getting exceptionally good at fragrancing product or perfumers are leaning more toward atmospheric blends. The opening of this one gives fancy laundry detergent, but give it a few minutes to develop. The lavender mellows and a soft powdery musk comes forward. It is met by a cozy and slightly woody cashmere wool. This is a slightly feminine leaning unisex fragrance that is very interesting. This is a nice spin on traditional lavender fragrances.

Didn’t expect to like it, but I do. Lavender is very subtle, but it is there. This is a cleanness perfume, better than Another 13. That one is screechy, very chemical. Acne Studios is too sweet. So in between is Metal Lavender. Matier Premier needed a fragrance like this, and so did I.

Just got it. I enjoy it. i am a not big fan of Lavender in perfumes but this is very good. Very metalic powdery scent. Great for hot days. Reminds Me Vanilla Powder but without vanilla. I think it will be my second favourite from MP

Soapy lavender. Kind of like a modern fougere. A bit boring. Thought it would be more of a powerhouse like Beau de Jour. it’s ok. 6.8/10

Feels like Reflection and Speed Legends had a kid. Great performance too.

I had imagined a cold, icy lavender and various aromatics, but I couldn’t find this perfume the way I wanted. At first I smelled an emptiness, then a truly cold and metallic lavender that reflects its name very well came, along with a clean sheet smell, and just as I was thinking it’s not bad at all, it turned into something I struggle to describe, slightly sweetish, woody and unsettling... I said to myself about the overall composition, it’s no different from the simple lavender colognes sold at markets for hygiene... if there’s something special in this scent, I couldn’t find it. Tag(s): lavender, metallic, clean sheets, synthetic warm woody base, mediocre composition

Freshly cut, green lavender on first spray that fades after 10-15 minutes. What remains is a musky, ambroxan that feels redundant in the current landscape of perfumery. There are some "metallic" notes but they barely come through. I don't hate this fragrance but I don't love it either. Disappointing considering how excited I was for this release. I ordered the 6ml sample and will live with it for a week or two but to me, this is not a true lavender fragrance and you should save your money.