A feminine fragrance by Chanel, N°5 Parfum Flacon unfolds luminous aldehydes enhanced with neroli and lemon, before a floral heart of rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang, anchored in vetiver, vanilla and iris.
Aldehydes, evoking orange and candle wax, occupy the top with neroli, floral and tangy, and lemon, fresh and tangy: the acidity of the neroli echoes that of the lemon.
Rose, warm and honeyed, and jasmine, warm and sweet, hold the heart through a shared warmth; ylang-ylang, powdery and reminiscent of nail polish, occupies a distinct place there.
Vetiver, woody and smoky, vanilla, spicy and sensual, and iris, buttery and violet-toned, make up the base: the smoky wood of the first contrasts with the sensual spice of the second.