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No 5 Cologne bottle No 5 EDC
EDC Concentration EDT
F Gender F
1921 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - No 5 EDC
Chanel No 5 Eau de Cologne is far from being the 'old lady' scent some sniff at; this particular vintage concentration is a civet-rich, aldehydic powerhouse that commands attention. It's a classic for a reason, if you can get your hands on a well-preserved bottle.
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Our Verdict - Chanel No 5 EDT
Chanel No 5 EDT is a timeless icon that sparks strong opinions. While some laud its clean, elegant, and complex aroma, others find it shockingly dated or just plain soapy. This isn't a safe blind buy, but a classic that, if it works for you, exudes pure sophistication.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
No 5 EDC
Chanel No 5 EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Aldehydes 29% vs 28%
Ylang-Ylang 23% vs 22%
Bergamot 15% vs 15%
Lemon 14% vs 15%
Only in Chanel No 5
Neroli 18%
Shared Notes
Iris 21% vs 23%
Jasmine 21% vs 20%
Rose 20% vs 19%
Orris 19% vs 19%
Shared Notes
Civet 16% vs 14%
Musk 14% vs 13%
Amber 13% vs 11%
Sandalwood 11% vs 13%
Vetiver 11% vs 11%
Oakmoss 11% vs 12%
Patchouli 10% vs 11%
Vanilla 9% vs 11%

Accords

No 5 Chanel No 5
100%
Powdery
98%
97%
Woody
100%
87%
Musky
73%
69%
Aldehydic
85%
81%
White Floral
75%
65%
Fresh
81%
72%
Iris
78%
76%
Earthy
76%
62%
Citrus
73%
70%
Animalic
Powdery shared
100%
98%
Woody shared
97%
100%
Musky shared
87%
73%
Aldehydic shared
69%
85%
White Floral shared
81%
75%
Fresh shared
65%
81%
Iris shared
72%
78%
Earthy shared
76%
76%
Citrus shared
62%
73%
70%

Performance

No 5 Chanel No 5
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

No 5

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

While a 'cologne', reviews indicate strong performance and presence, making it less ideal for office wear. Its complex, luxurious, and sensual character makes it perfectly suited for dates and formal events, resonating with its historical reputation for elegance.

Chanel No 5

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its elegant and sophisticated profile, with moderate sillage, makes it suitable for formal settings and dates. While some find it too 'old-fashioned' for casual wear, others appreciate it for comforting at-home use. Its refined character isn't suited for sporty activities.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, woody, musky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

No 5 EDC
Chanel No 5 EDT
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