Chanel No 5 L'Eau
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
2019
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Which Should You Buy?
This is Chanel No 5's younger, cooler sibling - a modern, clean, citrusy take on a classic that's still unmistakably Chanel. Expect a fizzy, powdery freshness, but brace yourself for polarising longevity; some love it, others find it too fleeting for the price.
A quiet beauty that asks for patience, 2019 delivers calm sophistication for those who appreciate understated elegance. Don't expect fireworks; this one's a gentle hum of quality.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 21% | 21% |
| Floral | 39% | 38% |
| Fruity | 4% | 5% |
| Green | 3% | 5% |
| Sweet | 23% | 26% |
| Warm | 2% | 2% |
| Woody | 8% | 10% |
| Earthy | 3% | 0% |
| Animalic | 11% | 13% |
| Fresh | 20% | 14% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its clean, fresh, and subtle sillage makes it highly suitable for office wear, and its lightness is perfect for casual settings. While it’s elegant enough for formal events, its intimate nature and perceived weak longevity by some make it less ideal for occasions where a bold statement is desired.
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Occasions
Its quiet sillage and clean, subtle florals make it ideal for the office or casual wear where you don't want to declare your presence. While perhaps not a bold choice for a date, its gentle warmth could be alluring in closer settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, White Floral, Woody accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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