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La Pausa Eau de Parfum
A woman pausing for a moment of reflection in her private sanctuary, where powdery florals blend with earthy woods to evoke a sense of quiet confidence.
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La Pausa Eau de ParfumPremium · $100–250
62%Similar accords, often for lessCamelia Superieur · ShiseidoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares woody notes, green notes and powdery notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 by Chanel and crafted by perfumer Jacques Polge, La Pausa Eau de Parfum is an elegant woody-floral scent inspired by Coco Chanel's summer house above Roque Brune. This fragrance captures the luxury and simplicity of that serene retreat with its complex facets of iris — earthy, powdery, shimmering, and secretive. The composition balances these elements to create a perfume that feels both rare and intimate.
Apply this fragrance lightly — the powdery and woody notes develop slowly over time. It pairs well with crisp linens or soft cashmere, allowing its subtle nuances to unfold throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — La Pausa 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 originalLa Pausa Eau de ParfumChanel · Premium · $100–250Shiseido · 1997Camelia SuperieurShares Woody notes, Green notes and Powdery notes$40–100★ 4.31 (32)51%Match
Phlur · 2016Olmsted & VauxAll 2 of its listed notes are in this one$40–100★ 3.92 (103)45%Match
Zara · 2011IrisAll 1 of its listed notes are in this oneunder $40★ 4.08 (50)
With Chanel Allure Homme Edition Blanche Eau de Parfum
Adds citrus, aromatic and vanilla; shares woody notes.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 10%.