No 19
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1970 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Derby
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Chanel No 19 is a divisive masterpiece - either an elegant, cool green for the modern woman, or an old-fashioned, bitter assault on the senses. It demands respect and attention, standing apart from the crowd as a true test of a maturing nose.
Derby is a complex beast, with significant batch variations causing a love-it-or-hate-it divide among users. When it hits right, it's a unique, classy green dream. When it misses, it's a frustratingly faint echo of its potential. Try before you buy, if you can.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 13% | 5% |
| Floral | 30% | 28% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 22% | 24% |
| Sweet | 10% | 14% |
| Warm | 1% | 1% |
| Woody | 16% | 19% |
| Earthy | 18% | 20% |
| Animalic | 8% | 3% |
| Fresh | 14% | 12% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, composed green and iris accords make it an excellent choice for office or formal wear, radiating professionalism. While some find it too 'serious' for casual or date nights, its subtle projection (in modern formulations) means it rarely offends.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its generally subtle sillage, as noted by many, makes it ideal for office and formal wear where discretion is key. The green and woody accords lend themselves well to a composed, versatile elegance, though some find it too fleeting for special occasions.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Green, Woody, Earthy accords and Vetiver, Ylang-Ylang notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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