Chanel No 5 Parfum

Notes, performance and price

Chanel No 5 Parfum is a feminine powdery, woody, aldehydic and iris fragrance, released in 1921.

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

On skin it lasts around 7 hours, projects 8/10, leaves 5/10 sillage.

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• Lanvin Arpège

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Frequently asked questions about Chanel No 5 Parfum

What does Chanel No 5 Parfum smell like?

Chanel No 5 Parfum is a feminine powdery, woody, aldehydic and iris fragrance, released in 1921. It opens with Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli and Bergamot, a heart of Iris, Jasmine, Rose and Orris Root, and dries down to Civet, Musk, Sandalwood and Amber.

How long does Chanel No 5 Parfum last?

On skin, Chanel No 5 Parfum lasts around 7 hours on skin, projects 8/10, leaves 5/10 sillage.

What smells similar to Chanel No 5 Parfum?

The closest alternative to Chanel No 5 Parfum is Lanvin Arpège with an estimated similarity of 89%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.

Which Chanel No 5 Parfum dupe is cheapest?

Coty L'Aimant, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 90% less than Chanel No 5 Parfum.

Which Chanel No 5 Parfum dupe lasts longest?

Lanvin Arpège, at about 7h on skin, against about 7h for Chanel No 5 Parfum.

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