Private Collection Eau de Parfum vs No 19 Parfum

Private Collection

Edp	Concentration	Parfum
U	Gender	U
1973	Year	1970
££	Price Tier	££

No 19

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Private Collection

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No 19

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Private Collection Eau de Parfum

A legendary green floral from the 70s, Private Collection is a divisive scent: you'll either love its crisp, retro elegance and confident swagger, or find it a bit too sharp and 'vintage'. It’s an acquired taste for some, but a timeless masterpiece for others.

Acquired

Our Verdict - No 19 Parfum

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.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	0%	6%
Floral	33%	29%
Fruity	3%	1%
Green	28%	26%
Sweet	15%	9%
Warm	5%	2%
Woody	10%	16%
Earthy	13%	20%
Animalic	5%	7%
Fresh	14%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Private Collection EdP

No 19 Parfum

Notes

Only in Private Collection Eau de Parfum

Green 57% Hyacinth 43%

Only in No 19 Parfum

Galbanum 63% Neroli 37%

Shared Notes

Narcissus 13% vs 15%

Jasmine 11% vs 13%

Ylang-Ylang 11% vs 12%

Rose 10% vs 19%

Only in Private Collection Eau de Parfum

Chrysanthemum 20% Honeysuckle 12% Mignonette 12% Pear 10%

Only in No 19 Parfum

Orris 26% Hedione 13%

Shared Notes

Oakmoss 17% vs 32%

Cedar 12% vs 20%

Musk 11% vs 20%

Only in Private Collection Eau de Parfum

Coriander 13% Patchouli 12% Sandalwood 12% Heliotrope 12% Amber 12%

Only in No 19 Parfum

Vetiver 27%

Accords

Private Collection Eau de Parfum No 19 Parfum

100%

Green

100%

65%

Woody

96%

58%

Earthy

93%

84%

Floral

66%

62%

Aromatic

82%

Iris

75%

71%

Yellow Floral

61%

Powdery

70%

69%

Herbal

58%

Mossy

68%

65%

Fresh Spicy

60%

White Floral

Rose

58%

Green shared

100%

Woody shared

65%

96%

Earthy shared

58%

93%

Floral shared

84%

66%

Aromatic shared

62%

82%

Iris

75%

Yellow Floral shared

71%

61%

Powdery

70%

Herbal

69%

Mossy shared

58%

68%

Fresh Spicy

65%

White Floral

60%

Rose

58%

Performance

Private Collection Eau de Parfum No 19 Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Private Collection Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Formal

Often described as 'professional' and lending 'confidence', its bold green floral character makes it highly suited for office and formal wear. Whilst some find it suitable for summer, its strong sillage and complex profile make it less ideal for casual outings or intimate dates where a subtler scent is often preferred.

No 19 Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Formal

Also Works:

Date

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.