Fragrance Inspired by Xerjoff La Capitale — The Metropolis
The Metropolis is our fragrance inspired by Xerjoff La Capitale. Below: the shared accords, the scent-DNA similarity, and an honest take on where it lands versus the original.
"Inspired by" should mean a real interpretation of the original's DNA — not a vague nod. Here is the DNA.
Scent comparison
| Original: Xerjoff La Capitale | The Metropolis | |
|---|---|---|
| Top notes | Rose, Saffron, Ginger, Amber | Rose, Saffron, Ginger, Amber |
| Heart notes | Vanilla, Benzoin, Labdanum, Leather | Vanilla, Benzoin, Labdanum, Leather |
| Base notes | Caramel, Peach, Strawberry | Caramel, Peach, Strawberry |
| Scent family | — | — |
| Concentration | eau de parfum | eau de parfum |
| Our price / Original est. retail | — | $80.00 |
Why it matches
The Metropolis tracks Xerjoff La Capitale through the same olfactory backbone — the shared signature notes are Rose, Saffron, Ginger, Amber, Vanilla. On our 16-facet scent-DNA model the two profiles overlap by about 93%, so it delivers the same opening-to-drydown character at a fraction of the retail price.
Frequently asked questions
- Is The Metropolis a good Xerjoff La Capitale dupe?
- Yes — The Metropolis overlaps Xerjoff La Capitale by about 93.3% on our 16-facet scent-DNA model, sharing its core notes (Rose, Saffron, Ginger, Amber). It's the closest match we carry.
- What does The Metropolis smell like?
- It opens with Rose, Saffron, Ginger, a heart of Vanilla, Benzoin, Labdanum, drying down to Caramel, Peach, Strawberry — mirroring the Xerjoff La Capitale arc.
- How long does The Metropolis last?
- As a eau de parfum, The Metropolis gives strong, multi-hour longevity with respectable projection — comparable to what people expect from Xerjoff La Capitale.
- How much cheaper is it than Xerjoff La Capitale?
- You get a near-identical experience for a fraction of the original's price.
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Arabiva Fragrances · The Metropolis. Referenced brand names belong to their owners and are used for descriptive comparison only.