No 19
| Parfum | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1970 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Derby
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't just a perfume, it's a statement. Chanel No 19 Parfum is a masterpiece of green, aloof sophistication that commands respect and admiration, making it a love-it-or-hate-it scent for many, but revered by its devotees as the ultimate green chypre.
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 | 6% | 5% |
| Floral | 29% | 28% |
| Fruity | 1% | 2% |
| Green | 26% | 24% |
| Sweet | 9% | 14% |
| Warm | 2% | 1% |
| Woody | 16% | 19% |
| Earthy | 20% | 20% |
| Animalic | 7% | 3% |
| Fresh | 13% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The refined and subtle sillage of the parfum makes it ideal for professional and formal settings, allowing its elegance to be appreciated without overpowering. Its 'aloof' character means it's less suited for casual or overtly romantic occasions, although some find it grounding and calming for intimate wear.
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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