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Chance Vive

by Olivier Polge

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Chanel Chance Vive is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2015, created by Olivier Polge. Chance Vive opens with Citrus, Blood Orange, and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Musk and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Vetiver, and Iris. Chanel's Chance Vive carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This Chance flanker is divisive: fans adore its sparkling, uplifting citrus-musk blend and effortless Chanel elegance, hailing it a versatile signature. Detractors, however, find it fleeting, generic, or plagued by an unfortunate ‘grandma’ or ‘cat pee’ dry down on their skin. Definitely one to try before you buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Playful
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Chance Vive Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, inoffensive character and moderate sillage make it highly suitable for office wear and casual outings, confirmed by many reviews calling it an 'easy reach' and 'polite'. While some find it elegant enough for formal settings, its generally light and airy profile means it shines best in less demanding environments and is a frequent choice for summer activities.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Chance Vive bursts open with a bright and effervescent cocktail of blood orange, grapefruit, and other keen citruses, providing an instant shot of invigorating freshness. This lively opening gradually softens into a delicate heart where a clean, ethereal jasmine intertwines with a subtle, plush musk. The journey culminates in a sophisticated, grounding base of earthy vetiver, dry cedar, and a hint of powdery iris, adding a refined depth that lingers with classic Chanel elegance.

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