Chanel No.5 Eau de Parfum is the modern-strength version of the 1921 original, built on a bold aldehyde opening over bergamot, lemon, neroli and ylang-ylang. The heart is a classic floral bouquet of jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and iris, resting on vetiver, sandalwood, vanilla, amber and patchouli. It is a formal, powdery floral that suits people who want a recognizable signature scent rather than something light or trendy. Compared with the Parfum, it is the closest spray form in character and strength; compared with fresher modern florals, it is heavier and more old-fashioned.
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Owners treat No.5 as a benchmark classic: elegant, long-lasting and unmistakable. Detractors find the aldehydes and powder old-fashioned and the projection too strong for everyday wear.
Chanel No.5 is an Eau de Parfum spray for women, introduced in 1921. The spray is closest in strength and character to the parfum form.
The top notes are aldehydes, bergamot, lemon, neroli and ylang-ylang. The heart combines jasmine, rose, lily of the valley and iris. The base is vetiver, sandalwood, vanilla, amber and patchouli.
It comes in a sleek, portable signature bottle that suits a dressing table or travel. It is boxed and sealed.
