“Aldehydes, iris, and jasmine over Guerlinade — Guerlain's transparent everyday, sterile in cold.”
The take
What works
- ●Aldehydes-iris-white floral transparent Guerlainade-vanilla daily wear
- ●Timeless classy spring-warm-weather feminine
Trade-offs
- ●Reads close to No 5 clone
- ●Sharp sterile in cold weather
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Notes
Top
Mid
Base
Performance
Fit
Best in spring, during the day. Fall and winter work too. Leans feminine.
When
- Spring, 100%, best
- Summer, 56%
- Fall, 78%, works
- Winter, 71%, works
- Day, 93%, best
- Night, 47%
Occasions
Gender
Smells like
Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other
- Very close
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- Close
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No. 5
- Close
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- Close
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No 5 L'Eau Eau De Toilette 100th Anniversary – Ask For The Moon Limited Edition
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Caleche
Lanvin
Arpège
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Chant d'Aromes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Liu smell similar to?
Closest matches in our database: Chanel Chanel No. 5 (74%), Chanel Chanel No 5 Eau de Toilette (69%), Chanel Chanel No 5 Eau Premiere (2015) (69%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.
How long does Liu last?
5–7 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.
When should you wear Liu?
Liu is best in spring, during the day. Fall and winter work too. It suits everyday wear, the office, and special occasions.
Is Liu worth it?
At this price, yes for this tier. Aldehydes-iris-white floral transparent Guerlainade-vanilla daily wear. Timeless classy spring-warm-weather feminine.