Chanel 2016 Edt

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N°5 L'Eau

by Olivier Polge

Chanel N°5 L'Eau is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016, created by Olivier Polge. N°5 L'Eau opens with Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Sandalwood. Chanel's N°5 L'Eau carries a Favourite verdict, a aldehydic-led wear.

A sparkling, modern take on the legendary N°5 DNA - lighter, fresher, and effortlessly elegant. The aldehydic signature is softened by luminous florals and airy woods, making it the perfect everyday classic for those who crave understated luxury.
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Clean
N°5 L'Eau Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 2%
Floral 35%
Fruity 2%
Green 5%
Sweet 19%
Warm 0%
Woody 25%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 25%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

The bright aldehydes and fresh citrus-floral opening make this especially well suited to spring and summer, while its woody and powdery base adds enough depth for autumn. It is less fitting for winter chill, as the transparency and freshness can feel too light.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean radiance and moderate projection are ideal for office and casual settings, offering a polished yet non-intrusive presence. The effervescent aldehydes and classic floral heart provide chic subtlety for dates, while it lacks the gravitas for truly formal or athletic occasions.

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About

N°5 L'Eau Eau de Toilette reinvents Chanel’s iconic aldehydic floral with a contemporary twist. Crisp aldehydes and citrus notes shimmer in the opening, giving way to a sumptuous heart of jasmine, ylang-ylang, and May rose, all bathed in a veil of powdery iris and lily of the valley. The base reveals creamy sandalwood, earthy vetiver, and a hint of vanilla, creating a fresh yet unmistakably Chanel trail. Light, radiant, and endlessly chic, it is the quintessence of modern Parisian grace.