Guerlain 2000 EDT

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Metallica (Metalys)

by Jean-Paul Guerlain

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Guerlain Metallica (Metalys) is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2000, created by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Metallica (Metalys) opens with Bergamot, Orange, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Spicy Notes, Orange Blossom, Rose, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vanilla, and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's Metallica (Metalys) carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, spicy vanilla-floral that’s now achieved mythical status. If you can get past the ridiculous second-hand prices, you’ll find a masterpiece, though some find it a touch too soapy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
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Metallica (Metalys) Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, coupled with its rich character, make it more suited for special events than daily office wear. The warm, spicy vanilla profile is ideal for seductive date nights or elegant formal gatherings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Metallica opens with a fleeting burst of bright citrus before settling into a warm, inviting heart of spicy carnation and creamy ylang-ylang, softened by a touch of powdery iris. The base is an opulent Guerlain signature of vanilla, tonka, and amber, creating a deep, sweet warmth that lingers beautifully. It's a rich, evolving scent, moving from bright florals to a sexy, gourmand-without-being-gourmand drydown.

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