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Chanel · Sold as feminine
Allure Sensuelle Parfum
The lingering warmth of a candlelit dinner where the rich notes of rose and vanilla envelop you, creating an atmosphere of sensuality and intimacy.
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Allure Sensuelle ParfumPremium · $100–250
36%Similar accords, often for lessOdyssey Homme · ArmafBudget tier, under $40 · shares oriental notes and jasmine8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2006 by Jacques Polge for Chanel, Allure Sensuelle Parfum is a warm and enveloping Oriental Floral fragrance. It opens with the brightness of absolute jasmine and May rose, which soon gives way to the deep warmth of Borubon vanilla and oriental notes. The composition settles into a powdery musky base that feels like a comforting hug, making it an ideal choice for those who seek a scent that is both luxurious and intimate.
Apply two sprays to pulse points. The floral top notes are bright but fade quickly, so it's best to layer for longevity. This fragrance reads better close to skin than across a room, making it perfect for intimate settings.
Fig. 01 — Allure Sensuelle 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
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The originalAllure Sensuelle ParfumChanel · Premium · $100–250ArmafOdyssey HommeShares Oriental notes and Jasmineunder $40★ 4.25 (2,493)
With Electimuss Amber Aquilaria
Adds woody, oud and animalic; shares bourbon vanilla.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 61%, disliked or hated by 7%.