AldehydesOpens with
IrisHeart
MuskDries down to
Jacques PolgeThe nose · 76 fragrances · also made Allure Homme Edition Blanche Eau de Parfum (2014)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
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1932 Eau de Parfum
The hushed conversation in an upscale boutique, where the crisp aldehyde meets the soft whisper of floral notes and woody depths.
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1932 Eau de ParfumPremium · $100–250
43%Similar accords, often for lessEau de Metal · RabanneMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016, 1932 Eau de Parfum by Chanel is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance crafted by Jacques Polge. The composition opens with aldehydes and citrus notes like pear and grapefruit, creating an initial freshness that's both crisp and inviting. This gives way to a heart of floral notes, including jasmine and iris, which adds depth and warmth without overpowering the subtle aldehydic presence. The base notes of musk, woody accords, vetiver, vanilla, and incense create a powdery, earthy finish that's both elegant and lasting.
This fragrance is best applied lightly to pulse points. The initial freshness fades after about two hours, so it's ideal for daytime wear when you want a touch of elegance that evolves gracefully over time.
Fig. 01 — 1932 Eau de Parfum, Chanel
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Jacques Polge
The architect of ChanelJacques Polge served as the in-house perfumer at Chanel for over three decades — from 1978 to 2013 — making him one of the most influential figures in modern perfumery.
“I consider that the time involved in the creation is nothing compared to the time the fragrance lives.”
Jacques Polge · The Scotsman ('Channelling Chanel'), c. 2005 (web archive date 28 Feb 2019)
Designer Chanel
More from the house · founded 1921 · France
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The original1932 Eau de ParfumChanel · Premium · $100–250Rabanne · 1986Eau de MetalShares 4 of its 6 notes$40–100★ 4.31 (134)47%Match
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 9%.