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N°22
A Parisian salon in the roaring twenties, where silk dresses mingle with the crisp scent of aldehydes and a bouquet of white florals.
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N°22Premium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessArpège · LanvinMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 21 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1922 by Chanel and created by perfumer Ernest Beaux, N°22 is a floral aldehyde fragrance that marked a significant moment in the history of women's fragrances. It was one of the first to blend white florals with aldehydes, creating an aroma that was both fresh and sophisticated. The composition opens with a bright aldehydic note, giving way to a heart of lily-of-the-valley, tuberose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang. A base of iris and vanilla rounds out the scent, adding depth and warmth. N°22 is renowned for its ability to capture the essence of elegance and modernity that Gabrielle Chanel championed.
N°22 has long-lasting qualities but a moderate sillage, so apply it to pulse points for maximum impact. It pairs well with a light layering of powder or cream to enhance its powdery undertones.
Fig. 01 — N°22, Chanel
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Ernest Beaux
The man who invented modern perfumeryErnest Beaux is the perfumer who changed everything. Born in Moscow to a Franco-Russian family, he served as an officer in World War I before entering the laboratories of A. Rallet & Co. in Grasse.
“I went to present her with my creations – two series: 1 to 5 and 20 to 24. From these she chose several, including one labelled Number 5.”
Ernest Beaux · Beaux, "Souvenirs d'un parfumeur", Industrie de la Parfumerie, Oct 1946 (trans. via Bois de Jasmin)
The N°22 line
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Designer Chanel
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With Dior Miss Dior Eau de Toilette Roller Pearl 2019
Adds citrus, rose and patchouli; shares lily-of-the-valley.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 52%, disliked or hated by 12%.