#5

★★★★☆Editorial rating 4.1/5 · How we rateEau de Parfum · 100 ml

#5 by Chanel is a fresh floral fragrance full of lightness and clarity. Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang and neroli in the opening; iris, jasmine and rose at the heart; sandalwood, vanilla and oakmoss in the base. With strong sillage and 7–9 h longevity, it shines best as an everyday scent and in spring. Clean, modern and effortless to wear.

Fragrance family
Floral
Longevity
7–9 h
Sillage
Strong
For
Women
Where to buy
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The fragrance pyramid

How #5 unfolds on the skin

A perfume evolves on the skin, from the first spray to hours later. Here is what to expect from #5 at each stage.

Top notes
0–15 min
AldehydesYlang-YlangNeroliBergamotPeach
Heart notes
15 min – 2 h
IrisJasmineRoseLily of the Valley
Base notes
2 h onwards
SandalwoodVanillaOakmossVetiverPatchouli

A good match if…

✦you like fresh and floral fragrances
✦notes such as aldehydes and sandalwood appeal to you
✦you want a fragrance to wear as an everyday scent, especially in spring
✦strong sillage and 7–9 h longevity matter to you
Our rating

How we rate #5

Our editorial rating summarises the fragrance profile, versatility, performance and how well-known a scent is. These are the facts it is based on:

  • Scent profileFresh and floral
  • Longevity7–9 h
  • SillageStrong
  • Versatilityas an everyday scent, in the evening
  • ConcentrationEau de Parfum · 100 ml

All facts come from the documented fragrance profile. How we turn them into a rating is explained in How we rate.

We do not have user reviews for #5 yet. We never invent reviews and do not copy them from other sites.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about #5

How long does #5 last?

#5 lasts about 7–9 h on the skin. Its sillage is strong; longevity can vary with skin type, how much you apply and the weather.

What are the notes of #5?

#5 opens with aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang and neroli, followed by iris, jasmine and rose at the heart, and settles on sandalwood, vanilla and oakmoss in the base. The overall character is fresh and floral.

Which season suits #5?

#5 shines best in spring. It is mainly worn as an everyday scent, in line with its scent profile.

Is #5 a day or an evening fragrance?

#5 is versatile for day and evening. This reflects its sillage, longevity and place in the floral fragrance family.

Where can I buy #5?

#5 is available at amazon.co.uk. Prices change daily, so check the current price directly in the shop.

Which fragrances are similar to #5?

Arpège (Lanvin) is similar in character. We select them by shared notes, scent direction and fragrance family.

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