Coco 1984 Eau de Parfum

Ranked 17 in Women's Perfume
8.4 / 10 849 Ratings
A popular perfume by Chanel for women, released in 1984. The scent is spicy-oriental. Projection and longevity are above-average. It is still in production.
Pronunciation

Main accords

Spicy
Oriental
Floral
Woody
Powdery

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes Top Notes
CorianderCoriander FrangipaniFrangipani Mandarin orangeMandarin orange PimentoPimento
Heart Notes Heart Notes
AngelicaAngelica Ylang-ylangYlang-ylang Orange blossomOrange blossom RoseRose CinnamonCinnamon IrisIris JasmineJasmine
Base Notes Base Notes
BenzoinBenzoin HoneyHoney PatchouliPatchouli AmberAmber FrankincenseFrankincense MuskMusk Tonka beanTonka bean CivetCivet

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Scent
8.4849 Ratings
Longevity
8.7679 Ratings
Sillage
8.2646 Ratings
Bottle
8.6660 Ratings
Value for money
7.6232 Ratings
Submitted by DonVanVliet, last update on 02/14/2025.
Variant of the fragrance concentration
This is a variant of the perfume Coco (Parfum) by Chanel, which differs in concentration.

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34 in-depth fragrance descriptions
LiliumLibido

51 Reviews
LiliumLibido
LiliumLibido
Very helpful Review 11  
A real troublemaker!
This never fails: Absolutely every single time I have worn Coco (vintage parfum) I have gotten more male attention than I know what to do with. I have tested it while all dressed up, dressed for business, and frankly dressed down in all frumpy glory, sweats and Uggs headed to the convenience store, stringy hair and all.
And everytime, it's the same thing: the guys are acting like I'm some kind of cat in heat releasing clouds of "f*ck me" scent, it's unbelievable.

I have tested it while out with my man, and even with his 6'6" frame looming over me, they still give me huge smiles and try to make conversation while tripping all over themselves.

The thing is, Coco is not even my favorite scent, lol. I don't believe it smells all that differently on me than it does on other women, so I cannot explain its effects because no other perfume does that, on me.
I've gotten compliments on various fragrances, sure.
But Coco is the one scent I flat out refuse to wear if I'm not ready to handle loads of male attention.

So what does it smell like?
It's an oriental built on a major amber chord, introduced by dried peaches and spices, resting on a smooth, warm leather base.
The flowers keep the scent from getting too butch, too masculine, and the musk/civet combo impart that "almost too personal" feel that has some people blush up to their ears.
But many fragrances have musk and civet in them, but not all of those act as mating juice, so WHAT is it about Coco?

It is, I believe, a spice that is missing from the above list, but that is a key player from the heart notes to the base and remains a constant throughout the entire drydown: The spice is called Cascarilla, it is originally from the Caribbean, and it is used to flavor various alcoholic drinks. Its scent is similar to some musks, albeit with a clear aromatic edge, and it is known for its euphoric and calming properties.
(depending on the dosage, it can be a tonic or a mild sedative)
But in some cultures, Cascarilla is also touted as an aphrodisiac, though I have not been able to find out if it is by ingestion or purely by olfaction.

Whatever it is, I really believe that this note, blended with the rest of the composition, is responsible for the success of Coco on the market (It was, at one time, a top seller in Europe) and the reason for so many unexplained incidents in its sillage vicinity, lol.

Licentious mischief, to say the least.
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SystemeD

58 Reviews
SystemeD
SystemeD
Top Review 3  
A 1980s masterpiece that is still relevant today
This classic and timeless fragrance is jawdroppingly beautiful and complex. I am fortunate to have the edp, and I wouldn't trade that bottle for anything.

It's been said a thousand times, but Coco's gorgeous opening consists of a perfect blend of peach, spice, and rose.

The heart blossoms gradually, with a soft rose note leading the way. The spiciness continues, but shifts to a gentle clove, and is accompanied by the freshness of orange blossom. It is hard to separate the notes here, because they are so brilliantly intertwined, but in time, the rose and mimosa sinuously wind their tendrils into the rich base.

The labdanum in this thick, resiny base contributes to its sweet amber texture. The presence of civet (not overdone!) reminds you that although Coco is masterfully crafted, she remains untamed.

No one should be without Coco.
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Coutureguru

223 Reviews
Coutureguru
Coutureguru
Helpful Review 7  
Jazz Club Chanteuse
So then, I've made a full circle! Back in 1985 when Coco was launched in South Africa, I had a part time job with the company that oversaw its release here. I participated in the launch in various department stores with great gusto, liberally dousing myself and anyone within arm's reach! The commercial played relentlessly on monitors all around the store and I became enamoured of Ines de la Fressange, Lagerfeld's muse at the time and also the face of Coco. It was around this time that I was dared to enter my first drag pageant ... Miss Gay Legs. On the way to the club a friend asked "what will you call yourself?" Drenched in Coco as I was and poured into the tightest black cocktail dress I could find (I seem to remember ruffles cascading over my right shoulder and lots of tight drapes) I barely gave it a thought and said "Ines ... of course!".

Coco is as hypnotic as it ever was! I am in a rose/wood phase at the moment and happened across a well priced EDP on Ebay. Best purchase of the year!!!

An orchestra of light peach and delicious, heady rose leads to a winding path, softly caressed by moonlight and trailing Jasmine. Dare she find out where it goes? As Coco deepens she becomes sultry and sensuous ... a wanton woman grabbing a trumpet from a player in a dimly lit Jazz club. She kicks off her black suede stiletto's and climbs atop a table ... wet red lips serenading the night with dripping tones.

Ok Ok ... so I have an overactive immagination LOL. Isn't that what fragrance is supposed to do?
3 Comments
10
Longevity
7
Scent
Missk

1357 Reviews
Missk
Missk
Very helpful Review 3  
Elegance in a bottle
Chanel has had its ups and downs with me over the years, yet the older I become, the more I appreciate their diverse range of classics. Coco was a surprise when I wore it for the first time. It settled on my skin like Coco and I were meant to be.

Clove is the most dominant note in this composition, yet it is presented in a way that is very hard to resist. The scent is almost delicious, like something I'd assume is edible. The white floral accords counteract nicely with the spices I find, providing a rich warmth and a hint of elegance.

All that talk about Coco being a mature scent is a pile of hogwash. I adore it and I'm young and wild as the wind itself. The scent also lasts and lasts. I have been known to sleep the whole night and wake up with Coco still lingering quite strongly on my wrist before my morning shower. With longevity like this it deserves to be commended.

The drydown was absolutely divine on my skin with a beautiful blend of rich vanilla, making this fragrance's composition the result of a very talented and masterful perfumer.
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10
Bottle
7.5
Sillage
10
Longevity
8
Scent
Icekat

97 Reviews
Icekat
Icekat
Very helpful Review 3  
Timeless Elegance of Chanel
There are many perfumes from 80s era that I admire for their flamboyant style even though I feel that they are too overpowering and too loud for me to wear. Not Coco. It has style, complexity and exciting flair of 80s but when I wear it I always feel like a lady, which I find true about many other Chanel scents. Coco has an edge but a classy one. It has a strong presence and character but it carried in an elegant and sophisticated way. It is sultry but well-behaved. There is not one note in the composition that I find out of place. For me it is an evening scent that goes so well with sharp-looking dress and 4-inch heels. High class and timeless.

I am always wary of usage of coriander in perfumes but in the opening of Coco, Jacques Polge masterfully mixes it with soft fruity and citrus notes. It keeps the opening interesting and unique. The jasmine note adds elegance but in no way it is overpowering or indolic here. It mingles lovely with the rest of the notes as the scent unveils slightly spicy and sultry bouquet of orange blossoms and rose. There is a lovely note of sandalwood that is noticeable right from the start. I love how it gives the scent this deep, multidimensional tone. The sandalwood and labdanum prevails in the dry down on my skin warmed up but only slightly by tonka bean and vanilla.

Overall score is 8.5/10. Elegant, complex and unique, Coco is a classic scent that I definitely recommend. The sillage and longevity is excellent. You will not need to re-apply during the evening event and might still smell it next morning.
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KuraiKurai 2 years ago
9
Sillage
9
Longevity
8
Scent
On me this is a mean old witch, a relentlessly sour civet-amber
On others - and in low dosage - this is a mesmerizing golden spicy-amber
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Jazzy76Jazzy76 6 years ago
10
Bottle
9
Sillage
10
Longevity
10
Scent
Cherchez la femme! This is a very classy concentrate of seduction and charm : spicy, warm, a little bitter. a femme fatale's scent.I love it
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CumulnimbusCumulnimbus 3 years ago
10
Bottle
7.5
Sillage
7.5
Longevity
8
Scent
Shiny, spicy, dense, ambery, sensual, celebratory perfume. Always takes me back to late 80's family meetings; rejoycing, sparkling laughter.
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LillibetLillibet 7 years ago
9
Bottle
7
Sillage
7
Longevity
8.5
Scent
A beautifully balanced yet still lush, spicy, fruity oriental. Less about single notes or spices. More a rich warming golden wrap. Lovely.
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XavicaXavica 2 months ago
8
Bottle
8
Sillage
8
Longevity
8
Scent
Amber, vanilla, spices and rose. Very sensual and elegant, a beautiful oriental. I was afraid of the civet note but the whole's well blended
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Elijahrb67Elijahrb67 18 days ago
7
Scent
Classic floral-oriental-spicy fragrance adjacent to Opium and Youth-Dew. Far lighter/less loud than those. I personally prefer Opium though.
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