1957 Chanel 2018

White musk, very white, clean, actually very clean. It's truly beautiful in its simplicity. Simplicity that shouldn't be confused with banality, because the scent is anything but banal. So what does it smell like? The opening is sparkling and crystalline with bergamot, aldehydes, a touch of honey and talcum powder, all wrapped in white musk, then settles on the scent of luxurious soap, of freshly washed and bleached sheets. While it's true that the dominant scent is that of soapy white musks and aldehydes, it's also true that these clean notes are masterfully accompanied and supported by truly sublime, delicate powdery and floral notes that smell good and pure without being synthetic; and this is precisely the most important aspect of 1957... despite the genre, the scent never feels chemically overdone, but always delivers a very pleasant and "natural" scent. It's 101% Chanel, from the olfactory notes to the finish. The scent isn't overpowering or overpowering; it's just strong enough to be noticeable and leave a pleasant bubble of scent on the wearer, but it doesn't overwhelm anyone's nostrils more than necessary. I find it unisex, slightly feminine, but I'll wear it without a problem. More suited to warmer seasons, I feel it's not strong enough for cold temperatures, but there's nothing stopping it from being worn year-round. I really like Chanel's exclusive line.
EDIT 10/27/2025
After prolonged use, although the climate isn't the best for this type of perfume, I can report that towards the end of the drydown, powdery, slightly sweet notes emerge, very pleasant but definitely not food-like. The scent, however, remains rather dry and never sugary. Beautiful and pleasant, truly!