Cristalle, the symbol of a promising youth Chanel fragrances are all imbued with a particular history. Because Coco Chanel devoted all her talent to creating small olfactory jewels during her lifetime, the current group is committed to perpetuating Gabrielle's tradition and style.
Cristalle by Chanel was born in 1974, carrying us with a simple breath to the land of flowing waters. Deeply inspired by nature, it has been singing its pure, lively melody for over 30 years, leaving behind in its sillage an irresistible citrus and floral combination. Blossoming around a honeysuckle accord, it owes its existence to the talented perfumer Henri Robert. It should also be noted that it is the very first olfactory creation to emerge after the passing of Gabrielle Chanel — quite a symbol! However, while its scent is often discussed, its bottle is rarely mentioned. In all simplicity, it combines striking contrasts.
The imposing, square silhouette of Cristalle
Although Cristalle by Chanel is a feminine, delicate fragrance, it comes in a bottle with an imposing, robust silhouette. While most women's fragrances are presented in rounded bottles or ones with elaborate shapes, Cristalle goes for simplicity. It relies on a clean, cubic container, a geometric silhouette usually reserved for men's fragrances. Its stable base seems firmly anchored to the ground. Then, Cristalle rises toward the sky and infinity, achieving along the way a certain immortality. Yet its inner walls form a slight undulation, as if to visually soften this very strict ensemble. In reality, if Chanel chose this shape, it is also because the cubic style evokes the hand of man, absolute mastery. It is therefore a perfect testament to all its craftsmanship.
Beige, one of Gabrielle Chanel's favorite colors
At its base, Cristalle relies on a very light coloring. Its transparent glass lets us glimpse a pearly beige-colored juice. Now, this was one of Gabrielle Chanel's most beloved shades. Indeed, white, beige or ecru were very often found in her clothing. It is therefore quite naturally, and as a tribute to this great lady, that this colored hue also appears on this bottle. The names Cristalle and Chanel stand out from it, in a silvery hue, giving this visual a more contemporary and luminous touch.
An opaque black cap to contrast with the rest of this bottle
Finally, another color much loved by Gabrielle Chanel also appears on this bottle: black. It occupies half of this bottle. It covers its imposing cap, whose visual style contrasts entirely with its transparent base. While this may come as a surprise, the harmony remains intact. Like the fragrance it contains, the Cristalle bottle relies on a fascinating play of light and shadow. As for size, it comes in two spray bottles of different sizes. It is available in bottles of 50 or 100 ml.