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Chanel No 5 Eau de Toilette by Chanel — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Chanel No 5 Eau de Toilette by Chanel

Chanel· 1924· Eau de Toilette

Chanel No 5 Eau de Toilette

8.05.5KTypically ~$140

Aldehydes and ylang-ylang up top, drying down to civetta and musk. Best in spring, made for the office.

WoodyPowderyFreshEarthyFloral

Scent profile

Top notes

Aldehydes Ylang-Ylang Neroli Amalfi Lemon Bergamot

Heart notes

Iris Jasmine Rose Orris Root

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

A spring and fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for the office and formal occasions.

SpringDayThe office

When

Winter

82%

Spring

100%

Summer

85%

Fall

96%

Day

100%

Night

80%

Where

Office

100%

Casual

99%

Date

94%

Club

55%

Formal

100%

Performance

Longevitylong-lasting

Sillagemoderate

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Sport

57%