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Neroli, Mandarin
A powdery variation makes its entrance into the N° 19 family of fragrances. Inspired by N°19, which was created 40 years ago by Henri Robert, “N°19 Poudré” is more modern, but also muskier and more cottony. ‘I noticed that a lot of brands were inspired by N°19, and I wanted to reclaim the territory, which belongs to us,’ Jacques Polge, Chanel’s in-house perfumer, explains.
This green-hued musky-powdery floral scent opens with a blend of neroli and mandarin orange. In the heart, iris pallida is paired with jasmine absolute. The trail offers ‘the most sophisticated and cottony of musks’ intertwined with vetiver and tonka bean. In olfactory terms, the fragrance is very different from the original N°19. More modern and much less green, it’s also distinctly sweeter. Perfumer: Jacques Polge.
Eau de Parfum 1.7 and 3.4 oz.
You’ll recognize N°19’s sleek, uncluttered bottle, with a more opaque cap this time. The juice is pale green.
This fragrance makes me sleepy, it feels like my mother's caress. Nothing to do with the original No. 19, all the distinctive notes have been edited out. Nice non-offensive scent nevertheless. More
