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Chanel No 5 Parfum
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Chanel No 5 Parfum by Chanel is an aldehydic floral fragrance for women. This iconic creation was launched in 1921 under the olfactory direction of Ernest Beaux. Its opening features aldehydes, ylang-ylang, neroli, bergamot and lemon (sour lime) awakening with elegance. The heart reveals a floral harmony with iris, jasmine, rose, iris root and sweet pea. The base settles on galbanum (civet), musk, sandalwood, amber, moss, vanilla, vetiver and patchouli.
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At first it almost made me retch but as the hours passed it turned into a clean soapy aroma; it makes me feel elegant and has incredible longevity.
This is a man’s opinion on this legend: and I’ll be brief. For some reason young girls aren’t very attracted to this perfume and from what I see neither are you. But I can only say one thing: I consider Chanel No. 5 to be the best fragrance in the world. I include both men’s and women’s perfumes. Every time I test it on a blotter and smell it I smile with excitement because I can’t believe something can smell so pleasant. It transports me for an instant to paradise. I plan to buy a bottle in the near future just to collect it and occasionally put a little on my pillow while imagining the perfect woman beside me hehe. But seriously when I have a girlfriend she will definitely smell of No. 5 or at least I’ll do everything possible to make that happen. By the way First by Van Cleef and Arpels smells extremely similar; it’s another excellent fragrance.
It’s a perfume that clashes with established ideas going beyond fashion and crossing borders of years. Consider 1921 the year of creation which doesn’t mean it’s old. It’s no surprise that young people don’t like it accustomed to pop star perfumes like Shakira Justin Britney etc. cheap junk. CHANEL N°5 smells of class elegance sensuality; it’s enough to smell it and say ‘wow this is different’ and whoever wears it knows it. It doesn’t need introductions; when you arrive somewhere everyone knows you smell expensive and you just laugh because you’ll notice it on the face of whoever passes by you. That’s the truth and whoever approaches you is because they’re not a pubescent child but a male ready to conquer whoever dares to possess such charm. It’s a game of seduction; it’s enough to know Marilyn Monroe used it in drops before bed because she found it incredible. My opinion: it’s not for girls but for bold and seductive women.
Eternal Chanel No. 5!! A delight: classic elegant evocative… It starts strong with the aldehydes but soon the flowers and other notes blend to create a tender yet seductive talc. Good wonderful definitely.
I believe good perfumes are chameleonic and timeless adapting to the season whether winter spring summer or autumn. The perfume adjusts perfectly offering a recognisable trail in each era as happens with Chanel No. 5 yet adaptable at all times. I tested it one morning on a very hot day and it wasn’t in the least overpowering; on the contrary it became soft.
For years I hated it detested it and couldn’t stand it especially because of a godmother who didn’t suit it at all on her skin (too common and vulgar). Years ago a friend told me about it and I asked which one she was wearing: No. 5 she replied. She put some on my hand and it started to appeal to me; it lasted well I gathered my courage and bought a bottle. A love-hate relationship began with said perfume: when I started using it I received many compliments mainly from my mother who said it suited me perfectly. Today I have reverence and worship for it; it doesn’t suit every skin it’s not for every pH. I just bought my second bottle which I hope to enjoy as I am eager to savour its powdery roses and rich vetiver that my skin emits. If there are if there exist perfumes with which one can come to terms and thus come to love them.
I truly forgive those who like the perfume but no matter how much I try to imagine it as a wonder and a refined scent it only reminds me of a bath product. My mother adores it and would pay any price for it but I truly think it’s overrated. I’m not a fan of the excessive sweetness of current perfumes either but this only manages to remind me of a bath aroma.
I find this piece strange in my collection; it’s special to me because I bought it with the money I earned during my first year at university bringing back wonderful memories: at that time I felt independent my first outings meeting people everything I learned inspired me. I’m not one to repeat perfumes because I believe each one marks a stage in our lives but out of nostalgia I would love to have a small bottle. REVIEW: it’s a fragrance that not everyone can wear; it’s very elegant and distinctive on my skin’s pH not heavy very fresh and talcum-like; I even used it on hot days.
Inspired by the Eau de Parfum I thought the Extract would be the eighth wonder… what a disappointment. Freshly applied it’s so musty; the dry-down is pleasant but I still prefer the Eau de Parfum. Although since the reformulations regarding oakmoss this isn’t worth it. Poor longevity. Incredibly the Eau lasts longer on me.
What on earth can I say about No. 5 that hasn’t already been said?! I’ve been a perfume enthusiast since I was a child and was dying to try this one. When I saw it in a perfumery I rushed over to test it and dabbed a little on the inside of my wrist… my surprise was tremendous. Is this No. 5? It’s impossible!!! I thought the tester wasn’t in good condition perhaps it had gone off due to the heat from the lights or something similar. I washed my wrist because the smell made me feel nauseous and I forgot all about it. Years later I tried it again and it seemed like a huge coincidence that the tester was in such poor condition. When I tested it elsewhere I had to admit that that was indeed the scent of No. 5 and I would have loved to have liked it because I felt very strange. If so many people who supposedly understand perfumes like it I couldn’t understand why I didn’t. I’ve given it many chances but it has never appealed to me. In contrast recently I tried Eau Premiere and absolutely loved it to the point where I bought a bottle. I can’t comment on the longevity of No. 5 because every time I’ve tried it I’ve had to wash it off. Of course if it’s the best-selling and most famous perfume it must have something going for it something I simply haven’t been able to smell.
*Great perfume*, simply wonderful, it’s a very… exquisite smell. It’s for a confident woman with character. I’ll tell you an anecdote: my mother (currently 40 years old) bought two 100 ml bottles 10 years ago. Until then she hadn’t tried it, only smelled it. After 2 days she decided to try it and had great disappointment, not because of the smell that she loves, but because of the duration: it lasted 20 minutes and disappeared completely. I can’t think it was fake since she bought it in an authorised perfumerie… then, my mother loves the smell but it doesn’t last anything on her skin (Eau de Parfum version). I am an 18 year old boy, I have tried it several times. It’s a very deep and exquisite aroma, I have no more words for this great perfume, but as happened to my mother years ago, it has happened to me: the longevity is painful and the projection too. I don’t want anyone to feel offended, for me Chanel 5 is the best perfume, but my mother and I were disappointed by the duration and projection. I love Chanel and Chanel 5.
A true classic with very good projection and longevity on skin and clothes. A mature woman’s aroma where the aldehydes predominate giving that clean (soapy) smell, followed by citrus and floral notes and an animalic, ambered and powdery touch. If I smell it apart from highlighting that it is mature, it makes me think of perfumed makeup and vintage floral soaps.
I just smelled a sample they gave me 10 years ago and it still has that characteristic strength. At first it is intoxicating but quickly it becomes a gentle and super talcum scent. It’s not one of my favourites, but for those who like it it’s very good. On my skin it only smells like talcum, I can’t appreciate the floral gallery that many review, what a pity.
Ayyy, the eternal perfume of my mother… Personally it’s not my style, I prefer perfumes in the style of Black XS or Black Opium, but I like it. My mother wears it and it suits her perfectly: she is an elegant woman, very confident, with style and a real lady. Beautiful perfume.
@Michael18, a message for you and for those interested. I don’t know what happened with that ‘Eau De Parfum’ version. In fact, we had the experience not long ago of looking for it in a shop and we had the same situation: it smells good but doesn’t last and doesn’t leave a trail. It must have been a significant reformulation, because Chanel No 5 was not at all short-lasting. It was a bomb, the projection was heavy, strong and excellent, a floral explosion with aldehydes. It lasts all day with a powerful dry-down, elegant and sometimes almost bitter, with dark notes like vetiver and patchouli that give elegance. What we have now is probably due to reformulation. With so many special editions Chanel No 5 has had, it wouldn’t be strange. When they launch variations in a short time, like the ‘Eau Premiere’, it’s a sign of reformulation. A relative who has worn it for a long time told me that changes occurred decades ago. How happy those people were who had the opportunity to smell the Chanel No 5 of its beginnings.
Come on, what are you talking about? We are talking about the perfume L’Extrait of 7.5 ml at €120 and not the EDP of €80 for 50 ml. Do you agree? They weren’t made in the same year nor do they have the same notes. Please, look at what you are talking about before leaving a review.
In the fifties it was sold a lot and they said it smelled like a cabaret girl because Marilyn Monroe used it. Perhaps at the time it was very sought after, but now it only smells like a downtrodden old woman. It’s like a museum piece for many, but its aroma is unpleasant in 2019.
I love this perfume, although I rejected it for a long time. But I need to make a serious question, without mockery: what do the reviews mean when they say it smells like old ladies? To the skin of older people or to the perfume they used in their youth or when already elderly? It seems to me a confusing and absurd classification. Judging a fragrance by the age of the wearer is impossible and limited, because the smell depends on the notes and their combination, not on the age. We shouldn’t avoid using a perfume we love just because it’s for certain ages. The question is: why do we use a perfume? I want to enjoy the scents, know about them because it’s a broad, deep and mysterious topic.
I’ve read all the comments and I think 90% are positive and we must respect those who don’t like it. How could you not have it if it’s a classic of classics? The first time I bought it was 20 years ago and I loved it! (I also had Chanel 19 but haven’t repeated this one). I think it has lasted so long because it truly is liked and has that ‘something’ that fascinates and calls us back to repeat. I’ve now bought it again after 10 years without it and I still like it just as much or more. Greetings from Mexico.
Totally agree with @La DameDeNoir. What a terrible thing to say it smells like an old person, especially with Chanel No 5. Although I don’t wear it myself (my mother has worn it since I can remember and I associate it with her), I recognise that it is unique. I remember a university friend who wore it at 19 and it looked incredible on her; she had an air about her that you couldn’t see coming. I have the EDP because it was a gift; it’s not my style and I hardly wear it, but it is a great fragrance.
On my skin it doesn’t last two hours; I prefer the EDP which lasted longer. The EDP and Parfum do make a difference: it smells less animal and more soapy, like Dove.
THE BEST PERFUME IN HISTORY. NONE LIKE IT.
It transports me back to my childhood and my grandmother, who always wore it. I consider it elegant and versatile, ideal for special occasions, shopping, work, or simply enjoying it…
Apologies to lovers of this fragrance, but the truth is it smells disgusting.
My grandmother didn’t care about perfume as long as we weren’t spending money, ranging from Adolfo Domínguez roses to a Chanel No. 5 imitation. Up close it’s irritating, but from a distance it smells of elegant tenderness. Perhaps it wasn’t for her, but for the girl I was at thirty. Curious, I tried the original and still don’t wear it, just like the copy; I only like smelling it from afar. Please, perfume yourselves more with Chanel No. 5!
Congratulations! Today you turn 100. And, honestly, you look very well-preserved for your age. Many more happy birthdays to you!
I know many like it because it’s the classic of classics, but it didn’t suit me. I found it very matronly and the price is exorbitant. I recommend you try it first; everyone has their own tastes. In my case, I didn’t like it.
I’ve harboured an infinite curiosity for this fragrance for years; it’s so iconic and famous even today. Years ago, I visited a shop and asked the assistant to test it on my wrist (it’s expensive, so I couldn’t just buy it blindly). She said something like: ‘Why on earth would you try that? You’re very young and it smells like a granny’. I felt indignant, didn’t reply politely, but I wanted to try it anyway, haha. I’m not sure if it’s perfect for me, but it’s unfair to rate it so low. I consider it rich for those who love woody scents; I detected an amber note, it has character. I understand now why it’s been so iconic for years; I found it very classy, elegant, feminine and seductive. I wouldn’t wear it daily, but I’d be happy to use it for a formal evening event, like a wedding or gala. In the end, everyone decides which scents they prefer; let’s not fall into unfair judgements. That’s why they say Marilyn loved it so much she applied it even to sleep 🤭.
Pure elegance, liquid gold. The secret is knowing how to apply it in just the right measure: one or two sprays for elegant occasions, ideally in the evening. If you overdo it, the charm vanishes and it becomes a nuisance. When I recognise it on a woman, I go mad.
It’s the quintessential grandma smell, which is ironic because upon trying it I thought: how could anyone like this? It literally smells awful, far too strong and distinctly elderly. To me it’s unpleasant; I simply cannot tolerate that scent. It doesn’t smell rich, classy, glamorous, or anything good. Perhaps I would have given it to my grandmother, but I’d rather she smelled better.
THE WOMEN’S PERFUME. Not suitable for brats.
The first time I acquired this format, so small, I did it because I wanted to have all the versions of my signature fragrance. When I had it in my hands and tried it, I realised I had hit the nail on the head. It is the most exquisite and precious version of Chanel No. 5. The ‘parfum’ format that other brands call extract is the maximum expression of a fragrance. Of course, it goes a very long way. If you like a fragrance and it has this extract option, I recommend it very much.
I think this is one of the perfumes that we men love to feel on a woman… it distils beauty, elegance, presence, and lots of character… nothing of sweet fruits or cotton candy… I love it!!!!
103 years, and for a reason!!! What ‘for old ladies’ or whatever? If that’s the criteria, switch off and get out… I’m hugely glad there are some perfumes that, for now, still don’t smell like toffees. That said, I’m a fan (unconditional and despite the reformulations) of the EDP, but I have an animal problem with the Parfum: the civet note on my skin I notice very strongly and it bothers me, although in the rest of the (very few) people I’ve smelled with the parfum I didn’t notice it. Only on me! In my case, here comes civet and iris root in force, something that doesn’t happen to me with the EDP, so I’ll save that little money. Part of my hypothesis is that the conditions of the shop and the testers where I tried it were bad, too exposed to heating and artificial light, and that’s why the strange smell was ‘on me’ and not in the rest of the universe, but given its price I’m not going to go around doing experiments 🙂
No. 5 has unjustly had the sign ‘for old ladies’ hanging over it, and it’s a huge mistake, but it has its nuances. It’s a fragrance far from today’s sweet aromas, distilling a very potent elegance and character. The key is to use the right amount, and in my experience, I’ve observed that the bottle without the atomiser, that retro one where you apply drops with the cap, leaves such an elegant and clean scent. It is in that format where my skin catches the precious talcum-like and white floral scent. But! In the atomiser version (cheaper, of course), I feel it heavier, and I think that’s where it can earn the title of ‘oldie’, but the key is to use it moderately and just one puff at a distance of about 30cm, because even then its longevity still reigns supreme among the sea of perfumes in the market. I use it very sporadically because it’s very expensive, but the day I use it, people always ask about the perfume and are surprised to hear it’s No. 5, since they associate it with perfumes for old ladies (I’m 33). So remember: one puff, only one.
It smells like urine and grandma’s talcum powder. It’s not elegant, it doesn’t smell clean, nor even floral. It’s absurd; I really don’t know if the people who like it have an olfactory disability or what’s wrong with them. Not all the past was better.
Chanel No. 5 is not just a perfume; it’s a living legend that went from being the embodiment of luxury to a symbol of haute parfumerie in its glory days. Created in 1921 by Ernest Beaux, this perfume was unlike anything of its time: fresh, aldehydic, and almost clinical in its cleanliness, like a satin dress that refuses to wrinkle. But as the years pass, the iconic Chanel No. 5 finds itself trapped in a paradox of its own success, ageing alongside its audience. It paved the way with its bold use of aldehydes, achieving a composition that mixed white flowers like jasmine and rose with a touch of vanilla, vetiver, and sandalwood. An aroma that, in its day, broke the rules, bringing the concept of soapy freshness and abstraction to new limits. However, restrictive IFRA regulations have forced Chanel to reformulate it repeatedly, softening its edges with each new version. What was once a perfect balance between floral and earthy has lost some of its soul; it’s like watching a diva subjected to too many surgeries to stay relevant. Trying to save the ship, Chanel has launched reformulations like No. 5 Eau Première and No. 5 L’Eau, which, while fresh and light, fail to capture the magic of its predecessor. It’s like putting trainers on a queen: less uncomfortable, yes, but it loses that special something. Moreover, the real challenge of Chanel No. 5 is its base of followers: an audience that ages with the perfume and still sees it as the pinnacle of good taste, even though for many it smells like a luxury of bygone eras. Chanel has tried to rejuvenate it, but hasn’t managed to shake the stigma of ‘perfume for old ladies’. And although modern campaigns try to evoke the rebellion and freshness of Coco Chanel, the perfume remains stuck in the image of a past luxury that few young people understand or desire. The most interesting part is the fervour with which fans defend the perfume from any criticism, treating it as if it were an untouchable masterpiece. For them, any suggestion that it smells outdated is almost sacrilege, an attack on what they consider the epitome of good taste. And here is where the comedy enters: seeing them theatrically offended, citing Marilyn Monroe as if she were a sacred talisman and Coco Chanel as if she left them the perfume in her will, turns the defence into a mix of nostalgia and embarrassment. They cling to the label ‘classic’ as if that, magically, would reverse clocks and attract an audience that no longer wants to smell like expensive soap and decomposing flowers. The truth is, no matter how much they pray at the altar of classics, Chanel No. 5 smells like another century, and no dramatic monologue will change that. Chanel No. 5 remains a historical titan, but relevance is slipping through its fingers. While its fans continue to defend its legacy as if protecting a national treasure, the perfume struggles against the relentless march of time. Chanel has done everything possible to keep it fresh and desirable, but sometimes a myth is better left in peace. For many, Chanel No. 5 will remain the reference for luxury and sophistication; for others, it’s a reminder that even icons are not immune to old age and oblivion.
I love very masculine perfumes like Encre Noire, Black Afgano, Royal Oud, Tuscan Leather, Narciso Rodríguez For Him, Habit Rouge, Fahrenheit, but this Chanel 5 REALLY makes me feel it suits me SO well. When I wear it, I get a real kick; it brings me so much happiness, and people tell me I smell great, even saying: ‘What a chivalrous and elegant aroma!’ My wife loves smelling it on me, even though I bought it for her (I’ve practically made it my own). Chanel 5 has become one of my top 12 all-time classics and I couldn’t stop using it; simply a masterpiece. It has it all: airy white flowers, amazing quality woods with an incredible sandalwood, greenery with vetiver and moss giving that country day or forest afternoon touch, and freshness with lemon, bergamot, and neroli accompanying the fragrance. It has cleanliness, its calling card, thanks to musk and iris root, a crucial point in its elegance. All this makes this jewel behave differently on each person, fusing notes in a perfect balance. Gentlemen, don’t stop; use this wonder with class and determination, or it could backfire, and the same can happen to a woman without the necessary personality. Scent 5/5, Originality 5/5, Longevity 5/5, Projection 5/5, Occasions 5/5 (formal and elegant), Versatility 5/5 (any season), Compliments 5/5, Value for money 5/5, Presentation 5/5. Conclusion: A true masterpiece, grand, made to break time and culture barriers.
Chanel No. 5 is an emblem of luxury, a revolution in its time, and deserves respect for that. But it’s a fragrance that makes little sense today; it’s too animalic, as if you were rubbing live civet directly onto your skin. All other notes get lost. I understand that made sense in an era when people perfumed themselves to mask their natural scent because they hardly washed. I’m surprised by its rating because, apart from a 90-year-old aristocrat, I can’t think of who would wear that.
Today, while I was out to buy a gift, I saw the usual scene at the Chanel stand: ladies and their husbands, buying the same old, bloody gift—the No. 5. It seems you’re nobody if you don’t gift this dusty relic that exists solely for advertising. I’ll never understand why so many people call masterpieces like Mitsouko, Jicky, Arpège, Joya de Murguía, Tabu, etc., perfumes for old ladies—a horrible term that gets my goat. Who are the real old ladies? Those who eat cake, or those who appreciate a centifolia rose? That’s why I don’t get why this numbered perfume isn’t seen as dusty and ancient as anything else. It’s just the Chanel name that carries weight. How sad, isn’t it? A subtle aroma of mushrooms on a rainy day in the woods, and bold enough for a night in a red velvet pub.