Chanel 1970 Parfum

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No 19

Chanel No 19 is a Parfum launched in 1970. The fragrance opens with Neroli and Galbanum, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Jasmine, and Narcissus, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Oakmoss, Musk, and Cedar.

Our verdict on No 19: Statement

This isn't just a perfume, it's a statement. Chanel No 19 Parfum is a masterpiece of green, aloof sophistication that commands respect and admiration, making it a love-it-or-hate-it scent for many, but revered by its devotees as the ultimate green chypre.
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  • Confident
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Cool
No 19 Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 30%
Fruity 1%
Green 26%
Sweet 10%
Warm 3%
Woody 17%
Earthy 20%
Animalic 7%
Fresh 14%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Green
100%
Woody
96%
Earthy
93%
Aromatic
82%
Iris
75%

Notes

Top Notes

Galbanum 63% Neroli 37%

Heart Notes

Orris 26% Rose 19% Narcissus 15% Jasmine 14% Hedione 13% Ylang-Ylang 13%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 32% Vetiver 27% Cedar 20% Musk 20%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date

The refined and subtle sillage of the parfum makes it ideal for professional and formal settings, allowing its elegance to be appreciated without overpowering. Its 'aloof' character means it's less suited for casual or overtly romantic occasions, although some find it grounding and calming for intimate wear.

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Chanel No 19 Parfum bursts open with an assertive, almost brutal greenness, led by sharp galbanum and bright neroli. This verdant overture gradually softens, revealing a cool, earthy heart of iris and delicate white florals like jasmine and narcissus. The drydown settles into a refined blend of vetiver, oakmoss, and musk, conjuring images of a forest floor after rain - dewy, woody, and subtly spiced with hints of leather.

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