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Chanel 1970 EDP

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Chanel N°19

by Henri Robert

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Chanel Chanel N°19 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1970, created by Henri Robert. Chanel N°19 opens with Hyacinth, Bergamot, Neroli, and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Orris, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Chanel's Chanel N°19 carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This isn't your mum's powdery floral. Chanel N°19 EDT is a divisive beast: some hail it as a green, aloof masterpiece, while others are baffled by its sharp, bitter nature and weak modern formulations. It's a proper cold shoulder if you can get the right vintage, but a pretty forgettable floral if not.
  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Bold
Chanel N°19 Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Green
100%
Earthy
88%
Woody
87%
Iris
79%
Powdery
72%
Aromatic
71%

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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its clean, sophisticated greenness makes it suitable for office and formal wear, provided newer formulations are applied liberally. The sharper, more aloof character means it's less ideal for casual or romantic dates. It's a 'power' scent, not a playful one.

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About

N°19 bursts open with a piercing, green hit of galbanum and hyacinth, undercut by bright bergamot and neroli. As it settles, a dry, powdery iris emerges, deepened by earthy vetiver and oakmoss, with a hint of leathery sophistication. Imagine fresh-cut stems, cool stone, and a subtle, almost metallic floral whisper.