N°5

★★★★☆Editorial rating 4.3/5 · How we rateEau de Parfum · 100 ml

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

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

How N°5 unfolds on the skin

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

Top notes
0–15 min
AldehydesNeroliYlang-Ylang
Heart notes
15 min – 2 h
RoseJasmineIris
Base notes
2 h onwards
SandalwoodVanillaMuskVetiver

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 in the evening, especially in spring
✦strong sillage and 7–9 h longevity matter to you
Our rating

How we rate N°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
  • Versatilityin the evening, on special occasions
  • 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 N°5 yet. We never invent reviews and do not copy them from other sites.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about N°5

How long does N°5 last?

N°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 N°5?

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

Which season suits N°5?

N°5 shines best in spring. It is mainly worn in the evening, in line with its scent profile.

Is N°5 a day or an evening fragrance?

N°5 is more of an evening fragrance. This reflects its sillage, longevity and place in the floral fragrance family.

Where can I buy N°5?

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

Which fragrances are similar to N°5?

No 5 Eau Premiere (Chanel) and #5 (Chanel) are similar in character. We select them by shared notes, scent direction and fragrance family.

Fresh and floral