Chanel 1925 EDP

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Gardénia

by Ernest Beaux

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Chanel Gardénia is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1925, created by Ernest Beaux. Gardénia opens with Green Notes and Orange Blossom, settles into a heart of Fruity Notes, Jasmine, Tuberose, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Chanel's Gardénia carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A classic white floral from Chanel, Gardénia is divisive - some find it an ethereal, creamy dream, others a fleeting disappointment that struggles with longevity. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it for its understated elegance.
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  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
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Gardénia Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange Blossom50%
Green Notes50%
Heartas listed
Gardenia31%
Tuberose25%
Jasmine24%
Fruity Notes20%
Baseas listed
Coconut19%
Musk17%
Vanilla17%
Sandalwood16%
Vetiver16%
Patchouli15%

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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its delicate sillage and soft, clean floral profile make it highly appropriate for the office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. The poor longevity reported by many means it's not ideal for formal events where a lasting impression is needed, and it's certainly not a sport scent.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine stepping into a serene garden, with the initial crispness of green notes and a hint of orange blossom. The heart unfolds into a creamy bouquet of gardenia, jasmine, and tuberose, accented by soft fruity undertones. It settles into a warm, lactonic embrace of coconut and vanilla, grounded by sandalwood and a whisper of patchouli, creating a delicate, classic floral signature.

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