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Chanel No 5 Parfum Red Edition
Also asEau de Toilette · 2018 →

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Chanel No 5 Parfum Red Edition

The first sip of an espresso on a brisk morning in Paris — crisp and invigorating, yet warm and comforting.

4.1092 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
aldehydicwhite floralfreshwoodyrosesoapy
Chanel No 5 Parfum Red EditionPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessMadame Rochas 2013 · RochasMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares aldehydes, neroli and jasmine8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting56% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak10%
Weak8%
Moderate26%
Long lasting36%
Eternal21%
SillageModerate53% say strong or enormous
Intimate15%
Moderate32%
Strong22%
Enormous31%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine5%
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Unisex11%
♀
Feminine84%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Chanel No. 5 Parfum Red Edition was launched in 2018 as a bold reimagining of the legendary Chanel No. 5. This fragrance opens with aldehydes and neroli, creating an immediate sense of freshness and brightness that contrasts beautifully with its deeper floral heart of jasmine and may rose. The woody base notes ground this composition, adding depth and warmth without overshadowing the lighter elements above. It’s a scent that marries classic elegance with modern refinement, embodying Chanel's lasting appeal.

How to wear it

Given its long-lasting nature, one or two sprays are sufficient. The aldehydic top notes are bright but fleeting, so aim for close-to-skin application to ensure the full floral warmth unfolds gradually throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Chanel No 5 Parfum Red Edition, Chanel

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The Chanel No 5 Parfum line

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Designer Chanel

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Chanel No 5 Parfum Red EditionMourner's Path
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With Benneviento Mourner's Path

Adds animalic, amber and musky; shares one accord.

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.10/ 5 · 92 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 50%, disliked or hated by 16%.

Love50%
Like29%
OK4%
Dislike13%
Hate3%
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