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Gabrielle Chanel Essence by Chanel — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Chanel· 2019

Gabrielle Chanel Essence

7.7315Typically ~$140

Citrus fruits at first spray; white musk is what stays on skin. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

FloralFruityFreshCreamySweet

Perfumer: Olivier Polge

Scent profile

Top notes

Citrus fruits Red fruits

Heart notes

Jasmine Ylang-ylang Tuberose Tunisian orange blossom

Base notes

White musk Sandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A spring and summer fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

75%

Spring

100%

Summer

98%

Fall

88%

Day

100%

Night

94%

Where

Office

77%

Casual

100%

Date

97%

Club

70%

Formal

73%

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Sport

48%