Café Chantant
“Café Chantant by Nobile 1942 is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a vanilla, powdery composition with a sweet undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Café Chantant by Nobile 1942 is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. Café Chantant was launched in 2013. The nose behind this fragrance is Mathieu Nardin. Top notes are Sour Cherry, Laurels and Marshmallow; middle notes are Heliotrope and Iris; base notes are Vanilla, Benzoin, Musk and Patchouli. A cheerful buzz, burns of laughter, ladies in stunning evening gowns whose chypre perfumes are blended with gentlemen’s tobacco, ready to enjoy the show from their table in the front row. No matter what is their social status. The enjoyment of the pleasure, a genuine joie de vivre towards the end of the nineteenth century, following a wave of optimism, regenerating the great European capitals.First the season of the Parisian Café Chantant then the shows influenced the Italian artists. Writers and artists of great fame became hunters of the most popular Italian Café Chantant. Even ladies regularly attending the Cafes had fun by imitating the gestures and clothing of those women who drove their men so crazy ... the Sciantose. A full-Italian folk, in which flavor delivers pleasure to everyone.
Composition & Character
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The Soul
How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance
Vanilla
Vanilla is the scent of childhood memories and cozy nights by the fire. Derived from the cured pods of orchids native to Mexico, it has a rich sweetness that can range from creamy and milky in texture to deep and almost smoky. Its versatility makes it a staple in perfumery, capable of adapting its character to complement both light citrus notes and heavier woody accords.
Benzoin
Resin from the Styrax tree, benzoin exudes a rich, sweet aroma with hints of vanilla and incense. Originating from regions like Indonesia and India, it is prized for its complex character that melds earthy and spicy facets into a comforting embrace.
Musk
Musk, once sourced from the musk deer and now often recreated synthetically, offers an earthy, slightly sweet aroma reminiscent of skin. Its versatility allows it to blend seamlessly into various fragrance families, from oriental to woody, enhancing their depth without overpowering them.
Mathieu Nardin
Founding perfumer · 44 fragrances · French
Born and raised in Grasse to a family of perfumers, Mathieu Nardin developed his appreciation for raw materials picking jasmine and rose in his grandparents' fields. After ISIPCA, he began his career at Robertet before joining Mane, blending traditional technique with contemporary ideas. His creations include Jacquard for Etro, Iris de Champs for Houbigant, and — for the British house Miller Harris — Tea Tonique, Rose Silence, and Vetiver Insolent.
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