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CHANEL
N°5 Eau De Parfum
Eau De Parfum
Women
Sizes
Starting
$190
Description
CHANEL N°5 Eau de Parfum is a timeless and iconic fragrance, a masterful reinterpretation of the original 1921 creation. It opens with a distinctive burst of aldehydes, brightened by citrus and ylang-ylang, which then gracefully transitions into a rich floral heart of May rose, jasmine, and iris. The scent settles into a warm, sensual base of sandalwood, vanilla, and vetiver, creating a sophisticated and multifaceted aroma that evolves beautifully on the skin. This fragrance is celebrated for its abstract quality, designed to smell like a 'composition' rather than any single flower, making it uniquely adaptable to each wearer. Perfumer: Jacques Polge
Scent Profile
Floral
Aldehydic
Powdery
Sophisticated
Classic
Notes
Top Notes
Aldehydes
Ylang-Ylang
Neroli
Bergamot
PeachMiddle Notes
Iris
Jasmine
Rose
Lily-Of-The-ValleyMay Rose
Base Notes
Sandalwood
Oakmoss
Vanilla
Patchouli
Vetiver
Amber
MuskAbout CHANEL
Chanel is a legendary French luxury house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910, renowned for its timeless elegance, modern sophistication, and artistic innovation. In perfumery, Chanel revolutionized fragrance with the creation of Chanel No. 5 in 1921, a masterpiece of abstraction that redefined modern scent. Today, under Olivier Polge, the brand continues to craft refined, iconic perfumes that embody effortless Parisian chic—balancing tradition, craftsmanship, and contemporary allure.
Perfumer
Jacques Polge
Jacques Polge is a French perfumer best known as the longtime head perfumer of Chanel, a role he held from 1978 to 2015. Trained in Grasse under Jean Carles after university studies in English and literature, he began his career at Roure Bertrand Dupont before shaping Chanel’s modern olfactory identity. He authored many of the house’s most influential fragrances, including Coco, Égoïste, Allure, Coco Mademoiselle, Chance, Bleu de Chanel, and several Les Exclusifs de Chanel compositions, and later passed the mantle at Chanel to his son, perfumer Olivier Polge.
Reviews
4.7
Excellent799 reviews
Chanel
4.7/5 • 799 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe CHANEL N°5 Eau de Parfum as a timeless classic, praised for its sophisticated and elegant character. While many appreciate its exceptional quality and expert blending, some find the aldehyde opening polarizing or perceive the scent as powdery and potentially dated, noting its unique interaction with individual skin chemistry.
Pros
Iconic and timeless scent: Many consider it a quintessential fragrance that has stood the test of time.
Sophisticated and elegant: It is frequently lauded for its refined and graceful aroma, suitable for formal occasions.
Exceptional quality and expert blending: Reviewers highlight the high-quality ingredients and the seamless fusion of notes.
Beautifully evolves and transforms on skin: The fragrance is noted for its dynamic development, revealing different facets over time.
Clean, delicate, fresh floral smell: Some perceive it as a very clean and fresh floral, especially on skin.
Cons
Can be perceived as dated or old-fashioned: A common critique is that the scent might feel out of step with modern trends for some wearers.
May smell powdery or soapy on some people: The aldehyde and floral composition can result in a powdery or soapy impression for certain individuals.
Polarizing aldehydes and heavy powder: The prominent aldehyde note can be sharp and divisive, leading to a love-it-or-hate-it reaction.
Can be challenging to wear: Younger audiences, in particular, might find the scent profile difficult to embrace.
Reacts in surprising ways to body chemistry: The complex blend means it can smell radically different from person to person.
Comparisons
Similar to Lanvin Arpège: Reviewers have drawn parallels to this classic floral aldehyde fragrance.
Reminds reviewers of Hermès 24 Faubourg: It shares a similar sophisticated and opulent floral character with this scent.
Reminds reviewers of Elizabeth Arden Fifth Avenue: Some find a resemblance in its classic, elegant floral profile.
Vibe & Emotions
Sophisticated: Evokes a sense of refinement and grace.
Formal: Often chosen for elegant events and occasions.
Comforting and ethereal: Creates a soft, almost otherworldly aura for some wearers.
Polished: Conveys a sense of being well put-together and refined.
Chic and classic: Embodies timeless style and elegance.
Clean, sculptural, austere, restrained: Can be perceived as a very clean, structured, and understated scent.
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