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Score
78/100

Chanel

N°5 (Vintage)

1921

Aldehydes and civet on oakmoss — No 5 in its 1921 form, soaring up close and over the decades.

Chanel N°5 (Vintage)
aldehydic
powdery
woody

Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring70%
Summer56%
Fall92%
Winter100%
Day72%
Night98%

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Chanel N°5 (Vintage) smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Chanel Chanel No 5 Eau de Toilette (79%), Chanel Chanel No 5 Parfum (77%), Chanel Chanel No 5 Eau de Parfum Red Edition (71%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Chanel N°5 (Vintage) last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 73/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear Chanel N°5 (Vintage)?

Strongest in winter and fall, evening-leaning.

Details

Perfumer
Ernest Beaux