This is a classic, you’ve probably smelled it before. It’s a fresh, sporty, classy and clean scent. There is this je ne sais quoi that all men Chanel fragrances share - probably the clean aldehydes. It’s there too, obviously.
The opening is light and citrusy – mandarin and orange are well balanced. The aquatic note makes it a perfect fit for hot days. Drying down, the woody notes start piercing through – it’s Iso E Superb.
As a Parfumo bro would say: great, but uninspiring. It’s therefore a perfect designer for hot days, but also for days when you don’t feel like wearing anything too complex and deep. The performance isn’t great. It’s my first love – I’m now on my 4th bottle and I have so many memories attached to it.
Your review scores are harsh for a 4th bottle buy. It’s an undeniable classic. I actually get very good longevity and projection with this…overspraying a little is key. It’s an amazing easy reach
Hey!! Thanks for dropping by! The ratings are based on what I get on my skin, and I def don’t get more than 4 hours with moderate projection. Also, tastes change, especially when constantly smelling new fumes. So 4th bottle yes, but over a long stretch of time. I don’t love it as much as I once did, but it has a special place in my heart!! Hope this makes sense :)
Great review. You're helping me to give AHS more chances. I need to try to understand what about it was so groundbreaking upon its release for me to truly appreciate it—it's ranked #58 for a reason.
The question is - where to begin? Not a huge Iso E lover.