Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne

Notes, performance and price

Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne is a feminine powdery, woody, musky and white floral fragrance.

It opens with Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, African Orange Flower and Bergamot, a heart of Iris, Jasmine, Rose and Orris Root, and dries down to Civetta, Musk, Amber and Sandalwood.

On skin it lasts around 7 hours, projects 5/10, leaves 5/10 sillage.

Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 5 scent-matched alternatives to Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne.

• Coty L'Aimant

  Evokes the classic aldehydic warmth and powdery peach-infused floral character of Chanel No 5 with a softer, more vintage touch.

• Ulric de Varens Gold Issime
• Jeanne Arthes Cassandra
• Avon Topaze
• Milton Lloyd Vogue

Frequently asked questions about Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne

What does Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne smell like?

Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne is a feminine powdery, woody, musky and white floral fragrance. It opens with Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, African Orange Flower and Bergamot, a heart of Iris, Jasmine, Rose and Orris Root, and dries down to Civetta, Musk, Amber and Sandalwood.

How long does Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne last?

On skin, Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne lasts around 7 hours on skin, projects 5/10, leaves 5/10 sillage.

What smells similar to Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne?

The closest alternative to Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne is Coty L'Aimant with an estimated similarity of 87%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.

Which Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne dupe is cheapest?

Milton Lloyd Vogue, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 75% less than Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne.

Which Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne dupe lasts longest?

Milton Lloyd Vogue, at about 7h on skin, against about 7h for Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne.

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