Is Noted Aromas Casablanca a dupe of Chanel N°5?

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - N°5 EDP

A legend for a reason - N°5 Eau de Parfum is the definition of powdery, aldehydic luxury. Not for the faint of heart, this is a statement in sophistication, best worn by those who want to be remembered.

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Our Verdict - Casablanca EDP

A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Mancera 4 + 1 = Number One (2018) - bergamot, blueberry and musk translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

N°5 EDP

Casablanca EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 18% vs 43%

Only in N°5

Ylang-Ylang 23% Aldehydes 23% Neroli 18% Lemon 18%

Only in Casablanca

Violet 30% Pink Pepper 27%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 20% vs 29%

Rose 20% vs 32%

Only in N°5

Iris 22% Orris 19% Lily Of The Valley 18%

Only in Casablanca

Blueberry 38%

Shared Notes

Musk 13% vs 41%

Amber 12% vs 26%

Only in N°5

Civet 14% Sandalwood 13% Oakmoss 12% Vanilla 12% Vetiver 12% Patchouli 11%

Only in Casablanca

Woody 32%

Accords

N°5 Casablanca

100%

Aldehydic

90%

Powdery

85%

Floral

70%

Fruity

80%

65%

Woody

Amber

55%

50%

Musky

50%

Sweet

50%

35%

Citrus

45%

Aldehydic

100%

Powdery

90%

Floral shared

85%

70%

Fruity

80%

Woody

65%

Amber

55%

Musky shared

50%

Sweet

50%

Citrus shared

35%

45%

Performance

N°5 Casablanca

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Intimate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

N°5

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

No. 5's opulent floral aldehydic character and rich powdery-woody base shine in cooler weather, making it ideal for fall and winter. It can work in spring with a light touch, but its density and sillage may feel overwhelming in summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

A timeless, elegant scent suited for formal occasions or evenings, but also iconic for romantic dates. Its presence and sophistication may be too commanding for sport or very casual daily wear, and can be polarising in close office settings.

Casablanca