La Pausa Eau de Parfum
“La Pausa Eau de Parfum by Chanel is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a powdery, iris composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning feminine.
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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.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Notes
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How It Wears
Application Tips
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.
Jacques Polge
Founding perfumer · 76 fragrances · French
Jacques Polge is a French perfumer, best known for his role as Head Perfumer at Les Parfums Chanel from 1978 to 2015.
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Chanel
The epitome of French elegance and timeless sophistication
Founded by Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, the house has defined luxury perfumery through restraint, precision, and abstract elegance. From the revolutionary No. 5 to modern classics like Bleu de Chanel, Chanel fragrances are known for their refined, wearable luxury.
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The story behind the bottle.
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.
Fig. 01 — La Pausa Eau de Parfum, Chanel
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