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Allure
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Allure de Chanel is a floral fragrance for women. Launched in 1996, the nose behind this composition is Jacques Polge. The top notes include lemon, mandarin, peach, passion fruit and bergamot; the heart notes are formed by honeysuckle, jasmine, magnolia, freesia, water lily, orange blossom, peony and May rose; and the base notes are vanilla, sandalwood, amber, vetiver and patchouli.
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- Positivo 83%
- Negativo 14%
- Neutral 3.3%
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I would love to use it now, but I am not willing to spend on this crazy water that lacks persistence and evaporates in seconds, at least here. They say it is another story in the rest of the world, but here the saleswomen confirm it: people buy it only to return it for lacking longevity.
It is very elegant. The best thing about this perfume is its evolution; that is where the quality really shows.
On me, it is very delicate, refined, and persistent. It is one of the richest and most feminine Chancels. At first, it smells citrusy, then it leaves a floral and vanilla touch. I do not recommend it for everyday wear or for teenagers; it is a bit adult.
I share the same opinion as with its Eau de Parfum: Chanel sets very high standards with scents like Nº5 or Coco, and Allure ends up feeling a bit like ‘so-so’, decent but disappointing. I don’t know if I will ever give it another chance, but it does not disgust me. I prefer the Eau de Parfum version. Unlike Ultra_Dai, I see it suits young women with a calm attitude, those focused on their goals and who like to look good.
I first encountered Allure in 1999, just in time for a trip to Mar del Plata with my first love. Although he is no longer here, this touch of luxury has accompanied me to this day. It is an incredible oriental vanilla, perfect for winters or the early days of spring. On my skin, it feels soft with a citrusy note. What I adore is its facet structure, not a classic olfactory pyramid, so the order changes depending on the person and the season, yet it always smells wonderful. It gives me great confidence, it is super feminine, and it is in my top ten.
It’s not a perfume that drives me crazy. I can’t consider it “the” perfume. But I don’t dislike it. I feel comfortable with it. It begins with an acidic, citrusy top note, but as hours pass, it becomes warmer and more vanilla-like, sweeter, which is what remains and what I like most. It feels feminine and delicate. Comfortable, especially for the evening and cold weather.
My mother’s perfume, her personal signature. Only that in the Eau de Toilette version, which seems unavailable on the website. What can I say? It’s a perfume that is very intense even in its Eau de Toilette version. If I feel it like that, and it’s hard for my mother to run out of perfumes (which she inherited to me), I can’t imagine how intense the perfume itself must be. If you apply too much, it becomes overwhelming, even to the point of causing dizziness. The vanilla is the cause of that. For this reason, I recommend not using too much, neither in spring nor in summer. The hot climate and sunny days do not contrast with this fragrance; it becomes tiresome. In autumn and winter, but at night, it looks quite good. Although, it’s not a perfume I dislike, I don’t feel like using it. I don’t think it suits me. Despite being oriental, it’s not for me. Citrus notes like tangerine and lemon blend perfectly with jasmine, resulting in an elegant and citrusy fragrance. In the Eau de Toilette, I do perceive a lot of citrus; the Parfum is more… powdery. Good perfume, only that it has sentimental value for me because my mother uses it.
Undoubtedly elegant and delicious, I used it for a while because it’s exquisite, but I like to vary. Now I only have the extract, to which I apply drops only for special occasions.
A perfume with “allure”, undoubtedly, one of my cherished Chanel scents… it’s warm, sensual, and lasts hours. Its light citrus touch makes it phenomenal for heat. It’s one of the few aromatic masterpieces that takes the lotus flower into account; if you’re a fan of that note, it must be in your collection… Good longevity, powerful trail. Very elegant.
A perfume with ‘allure’, undoubtedly one of my favourites from Chanel. It is warm, sensual, and lasts for hours. Its slight citrus note makes it great for the heat. It is one of the few works of art to use lotus flower, so if you like that note, keep it in your collection. Good longevity and a powerful trail. Very elegant.
Allure is a little jewel for me. When I apply it, it says: “I’m here and I’ll stay, but without bothering”. I live in the Caribbean, and here we only have two seasons, the bus season and summer; and on my skin, I feel it without being overwhelmed, lasting its presence. I love jasmine, freesia, and passion fruit. It’s an explosion of scents with a lot of personality and above all with the elegance and glamour that characterises Chanel. Let me tell you, I was about to say NO, because I pay close attention to reviews here when buying a new fragrance; but something told me “buy it, you might like it”. I recommend it for women from 30 onwards, due to the personality it has.
With so many good reviews, I wanted to try it in a multi-store. Unfortunately, the only thing that came to mind after smelling it was powder, talc, and compact makeup, with a soft sweetness like old makeup. I also remembered my trip to the north when I first encountered talc rocks. Then I asked my dad if he found it seductive (perhaps as a man he might have a different opinion), but he didn’t like it either. It’s persistent and lasts a long time, but only after 24 hours did some flower appear alongside the talc.
I’ve bought it again after about twenty years, as I was finishing a vintage EdT bottle. Although the wonderful floral, oriental, and woody notes remain the same and I still recognise them, I was saddened that it no longer has the powerful trail of old; it’s somewhat softer, and the colour isn’t the same either; now it’s a more orange tone. It remains an adorable classic that I will undoubtedly cherish as a treasure whatever little is left of it.
I remember having a sample in a magazine and liking it because it was powdery, but on my wrist, besides being powdery, it’s citrusy, which I adore (citrus is usually my weakness). It’s usually fresh, but a little goes a long way. It’s a perfume that says “I’M HERE” without being annoying or overwhelming. Clean, powdery, fresh, soapy, and slightly creamy scent. A must-have if you’re a fan of scents in that style.
“Pure, lovely allure…” In my opinion, Allure is Chanel’s most ignored jewel; the perfect hybrid between the brand’s classic and modern sides. To my nose, it’s the exact midpoint between the iconoclastic N°5 and the acclaimed Coco Mademoiselle. I detect a potent blend of brown flowers dancing over an altar of fresh, acidic vanilla (all set against a backdrop reminiscent of an aldehydic mirage). It finishes with tonnes of oriental vanilla, refreshed by the remnants of those citrus notes that dominate its development (this phase reminds me of Coco Mademoiselle). It begins with a fresh, invigorating top note, loaded with sharp, toxic citrus (bathed in minimal sweetness from fruits with more natural sugar). It then moves through a host of flowers reminiscent of the less heavy segment of N°5, where the beautiful honeysuckle is most noticeable. It concludes with electrified vanilla accented by vetiver, and as I said, refreshed by those lingering citrus residues. Allure impacts me; it even seems superior to the acclaimed Allure Sensuelle. The only drawback is longevity; as an Eau de Toilette, Chanel admits it is scarce compared to others from the house. If you want to improve performance, decant the Eau de Parfum (which I find a bit powdery and fruity). Quoting a YouTube video: “It is elegant, it is classic, it is timeless, it is Chanel”. Allure is beautiful, the embodiment of naturalistic elegance, the passive blooming of white flowers, the sway of chestnut hair against the wind, the shine of nails, and the Baroque harmony that always inspires Gabrielle Chanel. Note: I mix Allure with Britney Spears’ Believe because on my real skin it enhances the trail and improves the honeysuckle (a note I also love in Believe), and it neutralises that rather transgressive lemon note in Allure (fundamental because I tend to lose interest in citrus), and it soothes the base vanilla against patchouli (which can become overwhelming if over-applied in heat).
It was my signature scent for years; now I keep a little bit for special occasions as I no longer identify with citrus as I once did. It has a brutal fixative and a luxurious trail. It puts its stamp wherever you go—it’s exquisite.
A quality fragrance like all of Chanel’s, but I was not able to use it after buying it on impulse. At first I liked it, I thought it was original and elegant. But upon getting to know it more, I could not stand it. It seemed very artificial to me; it reminded me of the smell of certain dolls. I did not feel comfortable at all; I would define it as elegant and sophisticated but very artificial, of those you love or hate. I do not assimilate it to anything natural; I do not distinguish any flower or plant… It suggests more of a luxury laboratory.
Ah, the problem of expectations. I read reviews that put it in the clouds so I decided to go and try it, but it has disappointed me greatly. I did not feel it was special; I did not perceive the layers or its complexity. Only a basic and ancient memory came to mind that I do not like at all.
The aroma is very pleasant, but in my opinion it is not for every day, but for special occasions of great formality. I especially like it because it lasts a lot.
I went to buy a perfume for Father’s Day, but I started smelling my mum’s. The Chanel girl said: ‘look at this Allure’, and I thought: ‘if it smells like the Hot by Benetton!’. She looked thoughtful and I said: ‘yes, the one with the red cap’. She said it did not resemble it. I did not leave the thorn in my side, I searched around and so far 17 people agree with me… perhaps my nose is not that bad?
Oh dear, what a mess. They gave it to me as a gift last November and I left it forgotten in the wardrobe. I tried it then and it seemed a very serious floral, ‘not for me’ type. Yesterday I sprayed it to sleep and ‘puff!’, I got hit by an arrow. Although it is powerful and pretentious, now I see it as a fruity summer floral; in winter I was lacking warmth. It is like Guerlain’s Terracotta but with no real similarity. It has that intermediate sweetness and a vanilla touch (although it does not last long, I do not mind replicating it), with a creamy base ideal for fresh summer afternoons. It lasts about 6 hours, with a high trail for the first two and moderate afterwards. It has definitely captivated me and could be my top 3 for summer, although here in Badajoz at 42 degrees I prefer the citrus.
When it launched in 1996 and I saw it in magazines like Marie Claire, I thought: ‘I must have it!’. When my boyfriend asked what I wanted for Christmas, I did not hesitate: ‘I want the Chanel Allure’. From the first spray, there was such a connection that I felt as if we were merging. The citrus of mandarin and bergamot provokes euphoria, then they change to water lilies, peonies, freesias, and magnolia without losing the freshness of neroli, finishing with amber, sandalwood, and vanilla. It is perfect for young and mature women who know what they want, refined and complex. It is not for daily use unless you buy it regularly, as Chancels are expensive but worth it. Now I have the Eau de Parfum, with a more pronounced and lasting trail. Undoubtedly, it is one of my favourites and I will always have one in my collection.
When it launched in 1996 and I saw it in magazines like Marie Claire, I thought: ‘I must have it!’. When my boyfriend at the time asked what I wanted for Christmas, I did not hesitate: ‘I want the Chanel Allure’. From the very first application, there was such a connection that I felt as if we merged into one. Its citrus aroma of Sicilian mandarin and bergamot provokes an instant, intoxicating euphoria, which then changes with water lilies, peonies, freesias and magnolia, without ceasing to be citrusy due to the orange blossom, transforming into something delicious. It finishes with its amber seal, sandalwood and vanilla. All combined in harmony make a good perfume for a young or mature woman who knows what she wants, refined and difficult to describe due to its many beautiful nuances, like the woman herself. It is not for everyday use unless you buy it every time it runs out, as like the good Chanel perfumes they are expensive, but they are worth it. Now I have the Eau de parfum, with a more pronounced trail, longer-lasting and delicious. Without a doubt, it is one of my favourites and I will always have one in my collection.
It is not the best from the Chanel House; it resembles its siblings. It is strong but lacks uniqueness. It smells good but a bit synthetic and artificial. Nevertheless, I had it in 2002 and 2006 simply because it is a luxurious perfume. It is festive: it goes great for gatherings, going out to dance or celebrating New Year. I like it for a girl in Public Relations, Fashion or Media. People turn to look at you because you turn to look at them.
How beautiful Allure is! It is persistent without being loud, has a great trail while being a soft, creamy, and warm scent. It is one of the best vanillas I have ever smelled. It is a caress of a perfume. The vanilla is delicate and measured, blending so well with the white flowers that it does not cover them but enhances them. It deserves a prominent place in the Chanel collection. It is a recognisable scent with that house stamp that I cannot explain but that I notice in all their perfumes. If I had never smelled it and had to guess the brand, I would not be wrong.
How beautiful Allure is! It is persistent without being loud, has a great trail, is soft, creamy, warm and one of the best attars I have ever smelled. It is a perfume caress. The vanilla here is a favourite of mine: delicate, measured and mixes so well with the white flowers that it does not overlap them but enhances them. It deserves a prominent place in Chanel’s range. It is recognisable, with that house seal that I find common in many of their perfumes. I think if I had never smelled it and had to guess the brand, I would not go wrong.
Time never stops and formulas change, so be careful: if you like a new launch, do not buy just one bottle; over the years, the magic can be affected. Perfumery is a matter of encounters and non-encounters, instant loves or those that mature with initial indifference. All that comes out with a spray and is what moves us here. Speaking of Allure by Chanel, in the late nineties I was a child and was rummaging through my aunt’s perfumes; I loved the bottles and the scents. In the late noughties, I bought the Sensuelle without hesitation, vaguely remembering the previous version from my aunt which I had found exquisite. At first, it interested me; it had that narcotic and luxurious vibe that I usually adore, but it overwhelmed me. The chapter ended when I sold it. But nothing is set in stone: last year during a sale, I saw the Allure again, not the Sensuelle, but my aunt’s. It seemed strange that it was still being manufactured, but I tried it. Surprise: an Italian lemon, bergamot, honeysuckle and jasmine opening that recalled the Cristalle at the start. I will not compare them, but they open similarly. I imagined they had reformulated it to be fresher, though I do not recall the old version being like that. Then I realised I had never tried the EDT and that my aunt’s was the EDP. The EDT shows its difference by touching on vanilla, mandarin and cinnamon, with an acidic sweetness boosted by passion fruit. Later, a fine vetiver and a shy patchouli give it opulent character without overwhelming. The freshness leans towards an intense aroma, leaving room for the EDP which would boost vanilla, peach and woods. That citrus-floral-semi-woody balance of the EDT is incomparable. How beautiful to meet the Allure EDT after so many ups and downs.
How strange it is how a fragrance can change from one day to the next. I tried it in summer, freshly showered, and while it seemed divine, I wasn’t entirely smitten. Now that the weather has cooled and that northern breeze is blowing in, with autumn making its appearance, it is the perfect moment. I put on a few drops before going out with friends and what a beauty: creamy flowers wrapped in a fine vanilla. It reminds me of my mother’s vanity, a warm and elegant scent that comforts me. For me, it is a night perfume, ideal for enjoying when the temperature drops and for wearing in autumn.
I have owned Allure imitations. Although quite successful, they never did justice to the original. It was a fragrance that greatly caught my attention, but the price didn’t allow it. I thought it was very novel until a friend told me she had applied Aura body milk from Loewe. I went to try it and indeed they had a lot in common (more the creamy fragrance of the body milk than the perfume). I’m talking about the 90s, I don’t know if the current Aura is the same, I still have it pending. Allure, comparisons aside, is magnificent and elegant as few. It lasts a long time and its trail is considerable, perhaps more focused for lower temperatures. With character but extremely pleasant, it elevates any look. With so much Chance and Gabrielle, I don’t usually see Allure on the shelves, but I don’t rule out looking for it and buying an original small bottle. EDITED 23/01/2021: In the end, before the cold ended, I bought the original and wow, what a wonder, I enjoy it immensely. Add that the EDP is quite different from the EDT (the only one I knew): it is less fresh, perhaps more nocturnal. I expected the same fragrance more concentrated and was about to take it without more, but I remembered the differences between EDT and EDP of Cristalle and tested it. It disappointed me quite a bit. In this case, I stick with the EDT.
It reminds me of Coco Mademoiselle and a bit of Chanel No 5, but it has a very sweet and feminine dry-down without losing its citrus character. Acceptable duration, around 6 hours, but on clothes it lasts much longer. An elegant classic, smells like a fine, wealthy woman.
It was my signature between 1998 and 2006. I left it for a few years until last year when I got a new bottle. I notice a lot of bergamot, jasmine, orange blossom, magnolia and vetiver in the base: a green, sweet, citrusy and fresh EDT. I wouldn’t say it’s reformulated, but a bit ‘watered down’, as Julia from LaPetiteJuliette Parfum would say (a big kiss, Julia, we miss you). In any case, for me it is the most wearable Chanel without being powdery, aldehydic, musty or mass-market like Chance or Mademoiselle.
Personally, I prefer the EDT, just as Nº5 is perfume made of balance, although Allure is warmer and perhaps a bit more naive. It is universal and versatile, for any season, moment, or event. You feel its presence without making a fuss, I suppose it is the essence of savoir-faire, that French ‘allure’. I also want to recommend the Extrait version.
Allure, personally I prefer it in EDT. It’s like the N5, perfume made of balance, although Allure is warmer and perhaps a bit more naive. Universal, versatile, for any season, moment or event. You feel its presence without making noise. I suppose that is the essence of savoir-faire, of having what the French call ALLURE. I also want to recommend the Extrait version.
I didn’t know this fragrance until I saw the bottle in a shop and decided to try it. It has a fruity opening with predominant peach, followed by a bouquet of white flowers where magnolia and rose stand out, with a very soft dry-down of sandalwood and vanilla. I consider it feminine, the perfume of a certain someone: soft trail but with good longevity.
For some reason, I’ve found it difficult to identify the notes, something normal with works by Monsieur Polge. Nevertheless, I note that rounded fruity-citrus opening with a juicy peach. The lovely part is the development: I’m left with the honeysuckle accompanying an intense and well-structured floral bouquet. Allure has a refined presence; being fresh, it is not excessively youthful, but quite feminine. I find the EDP more formal or perhaps a little darker. I would love to try it on a woman. Sometimes I need a ‘model’ to visualise how a perfume complements the presence of the person it’s intended for, and I won’t accept just any woman: if they don’t have enthusiasm for wearing the perfume, I’m not interested. Anyway, sorry for the digression. Recommended to try.
Why do people compare this fragrance to Dior’s Joy? Can anyone explain? Thanks.
The EAU de Toilette version is one of the few where, in my opinion, it is equal to or even more perfect than Allure. It has the right balance: it doesn’t overwhelm but is also not unnoticed. It is elegant and extremely delicate.
It only reminded me of the fabric softener my mother used when I was a child. I wouldn’t wear it for anything.
It’s a vintage makeup powder scent that doesn’t feel dated, powdery and timeless. I absolutely love it. I compared it to Benetton Hot and they are very similar, though this has less projection; for the price, it’s not bad. If you’re looking for a good alternative to Allure EDT, try Divain (085): it resembles it closely, has good quality, evolution and isn’t linear. Although I’m still testing it, it seems to last a long time (it persisted on my hand after several washes). I haven’t compared it head-to-head with the original, but I recommend it if you can’t afford the Chanel.