Product
In 1921, Gabrielle Chanel asked Ernest Beaux to create #double;a woman's perfume with a woman's scent.#double; Beaux presented her with a visionary composition that made unprecedented use of aldehydes. Mademoiselle chose the fifth sample of the fragrance, and decided to name it simply N°5. In 1924, she launched the N°5 Eau de Toilette, a warm, bright version of the now and forever fragrance.
Composition
Powerful top notes, dominated by Ylang-Ylang and Neroli, are enhanced by aldehydes. At the very heart of the fragrance is the fullness of a magnificent Floral accord with Rose and Jasmine. A base of Vanilla, Vetiver and Sandalwood create a warm and vibrant trail.
Art of Perfuming
The Eau de Toilette comes in a spray format for more generous use, with smooth application.
Among the luxurious designer labels, Chanel is one of the most sought-after household names within the high-fashion market. The brand shares its name with the French fashion designer and brand's founder, Gabrielle (Coco) Chanel. It was in 1913 when Coco Chanel opened the doors to her Paris shop for the first time. Arguably one of the most successful ventures during the fashion pioneer's era was the debut of her perfumes in 1921. Chanel released its now-legendary Chanel No 5. which forever changed the fragrance world. The No 5. perfume's uniquely 'abstract' construction combined swirling floral scents of jasmine, lilac, and rose with a generous helping of aldehydes. The fragrance overturned the codes of perfumery with its sparkling champagne-like formula encapsulated within a refined bottle. Today, the entire line of Chanel fragrances shares the same class and elegance of its predecessors.