Rainstorm
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
La Pausa
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A photorealistic rain accord over powdery iris and violet, with guaiac wood at the base and a soft sweet cicely opening. Light and translucent rather than statement-making, Rainstorm is for those who love iris and want a quiet, after-storm freshness for spring mornings.
Chanel's La Pausa is an iris study that divides opinion. Some find it a masterpiece of delicate, refined powdery iris, while others are left underwhelmed by its fleeting presence and 'uninspired' simplicity, especially given the hefty price tag.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 12% | 28% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 21% | 19% |
| Sweet | 17% | 17% |
| Warm | 14% | 1% |
| Woody | 30% | 24% |
| Earthy | 16% | 17% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 7% | 8% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Iris, rainwater, and sweet cicely read as a quintessential spring opening; the airy ozonic-powdery character keeps it summer-friendly too. Guaiac base prevents complete weightlessness but it remains too transparent for fall or winter.
Occasions
Intimate sillage and a clean iris-rain character make it ideal for the office, casual daytime, or quiet dates. Too soft for formal evenings, too genteel for sport.
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, non-intrusive character make it ideal for the office or casual wear. While elegant enough for formal settings, its quiet nature means it won't project much for a grand entrance. It's too delicate for active sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Iris, Woody, Violet Floral accords and Iris notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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