The story of Allure is almost innate for the house of Chanel. Indeed, the entire philosophy of the brand rests on enhancing the allure of those who wear its garments. So it is only logical that Chanel decided to create a fragrance named Allure, intended at first for women, in 1996. Given its success, men then began to envy it, and thus its masculine counterpart made its appearance in 1999 under the name Allure Homme. So, let's take a closer look at what Allure means according to Chanel.
It all began in 1996, when Chanel decided to perfect feminine allure by offering a fragrance evoking elegance of behavior, a certain simplicity in the art of being oneself. This fragrance was named Allure and was in perfect accord with the temperament of Chanel. Then, in a pure spirit of fairness and equality, the house decided to extend its fragrance into a masculine edition. Thus Allure Homme appeared three years later, in 1999. A great classic of perfumery, this juice has just celebrated its 20th anniversary, giving us the opportunity to share our review of it.
Olfastory’s review
Allure Homme, the expression of an innate charisma
Allure Homme by Chanel is a fragrance that expresses men's natural inner strength. From the outset, both visually and olfactively, it symbolizes charismatic power. It offers us the portrait of a man of indefinable yet undeniable elegance. This fragrance navigates between serenity and power. With it, getting noticed becomes an art. The man who wears this fragrance likes to be spotted without ever overdoing it, preserving an unshakeable class. As a matter of fact, it is worth noting that the Allure Homme fragrance draws inspiration from all the great men Gabrielle Chanel met throughout her life, such as Étienne Balsan, Boy Capel, the Duke of Westminster, Grand Duke Dimitri, Cocteau, or Reverdy. Allure Homme by Chanel is crafted for a man free of pretense, sure of himself.
Allure Homme, a fresh sensuality
To create this fragrance, the house of Chanel called upon the talented perfumer Jacques Polge. Here, he moved toward a juice that is by turns refreshing, oriental or more woody. With Allure Homme by Chanel, everything begins with a highly energizing sensation of mandarin, coriander and bergamot. This invigorating, airy accord is then followed by a dry, woody note of cedar and vetiver. Madagascar pink pepper, for its part, embraces the whole, before its sillage evolves toward an alliance of tonka bean and labdanum. Exploring several registers at once, Allure Homme by Chanel displays a highly personal olfactory balance, appearing by turns tenacious yet light, powerful yet tender.
The sobriety of Chanel's bottle
Finally, in terms of bottle, Allure Homme fits fully within the style of the house of Chanel. Its spirit is perfectly masculine, yet no flourish disturbs its natural refinement. Allure Homme comes in a square, solid bottle, perfectly shaped for a man's hand. The whole relies on refined beige and brown colors. Moreover, the champagne shade of the fragrance only amplifies its luxurious side. Its name appears in dark tobacco lettering, giving it a highly sophisticated facet. From then on, Allure Homme becomes the fragrance of a naturally seductive virility. This juice thus seems perfectly designed to speak to every generation. Universal, it is also timeless.