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Metaphor

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LA RIVE Metaphor is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2025. Metaphor opens with Bergamot and Pear, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, and Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Ambroxan. LA RIVE's Metaphor carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive yet intriguing, Metaphor is a strong floral that leaves a mark, much like its original inspiration but with its own bold flair.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Romantic
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
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Metaphor 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The longevity and moderate sillage make it suitable for the office, but its floral intensity pushes it towards more intimate settings like dates. Its sweeter notes are also a hit for casual outings.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Metaphor unfurls with bright bergamot and succulent pear, crafting an invigorating yet sweet opening. As it settles, the heart blooms with lush orange blossom and creamy tuberose, wrapping you in a seductive embrace. The base reveals a warm dance of smooth vanilla, rich patchouli, and earthy vetiver, underpinned by a whisper of ambroxan that lingers tantalisingly. This dynamic blend expresses confidence, making it perfect for those who embrace their presence, even if it is met with mixed opinions.

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