Metropolis by Estée Lauder bottle
Estée Lauder

Metropolis

4.3/5 · 45 votes Unisex 1987
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Character

Longevity3.3/5
Sillage3.0/5
Day88
Night81
Spring100
Fall69
Winter63
Summer56
Our take

You walk into a glass-walled office tower just after the morning rush. The air carries a bright, juicy burst of pineapple and mandarin orange, cooled by a sharp breath of peppermint and juniper berries. Lavender and neroli soften the edges, while petitgrain adds a clean, leafy green snap that feels like the polished marble under your shoes.

As the day settles, the space grows warmer. Clary sage and wormwood drift through the room, joined by the dry heat of cloves and cinnamon. Tarragon and geranium bring an herbal, slightly bitter clarity, and carnation adds a spicy, peppery texture that keeps the atmosphere focused and composed.

Beneath it all, the foundation reveals itself. Cedar and sandalwood line the room like built-in cabinetry, while moss, vetiver, and patchouli ground the scene with an earthy depth. Leather and ambergris add a refined, animalic richness, and musk lingers in the upholstery. The moment holds its aromatic, woody, fresh spicy character with quiet confidence.

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