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.
Chanel · Sold as feminine
Allure Parfum
The soft glow of an evening in a cozy Parisian apartment, where each layer of scent adds to the feeling of comfort and refinement.
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Allure ParfumPremium · $100–250
57%Similar accords, often for lessSexy Little Thing Ooh La La · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares mandarin orange and vanilla8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Allure Parfum by Chanel is a composition crafted by Jacques Polge that embodies the essence of lasting elegance. It opens with bright citrus notes that cut through the sweetness of vanilla and rose, creating an unexpected tension. The heart leans into floral richness before settling into a powdery base that adds warmth and depth. This fragrance carries the legacy of Chanel's commitment to simplicity and sophistication, making it a true proof of the brand’s staying power.
One or two sprays are sufficient — the citrus notes are bright but fleeting, while the powdery base provides lasting warmth. This parfum is best suited for intimate moments when you want a scent that reads close to skin rather than filling a room.
Fig. 01 — Allure 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)
The Allure line
16 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Chanel
More from the house · founded 1921 · France
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 56%, disliked or hated by 8%.