Les Exclusifs de Chanel 31 Rue Cambon
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Yohji Essential
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Which Should You Buy?
This is a quintessential Chanel with a modern chypre twist that defies expectations. A true masterpiece for those who appreciate understated elegance, though some find its lack of loud sillage a drawback. It's refined, not loud, and consistently praised for its sophisticated appeal.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, but if you're into unique, sophisticated chypres, Yohji Essential could be your next obsession. It's not for the faint of heart, but those who 'get' it absolutely adore its enigmatic charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 12% | 5% |
| Floral | 27% | 37% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 10% | 14% |
| Sweet | 15% | 16% |
| Warm | 13% | 9% |
| Woody | 12% | 8% |
| Earthy | 26% | 19% |
| Animalic | 4% | 9% |
| Fresh | 10% | 10% |
Mood
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.
Occasions
Its refined and subtle nature with moderate sillage makes it ideal for formal events and the office, where elegance is key. While too formal for sport, its versatility shines in date and casual settings where you want to exude quiet confidence.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its unique, complex profile, along with mentions of it being 'powerful' and 'long-lasting,' suggests it's best suited for evenings and cooler weather. While potentially too bold for some office environments, its sophistication makes it excellent for dates and formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Yellow Floral, Earthy accords and Rose, Labdanum notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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