Amazon.com : No. 5 L’Eau by Chanel Eau de Toilette Spray 50ml : Beauty & Personal Care

Having tried ‘Chanel No 5’ about 40 years ago and not liked it AT ALL (under-statement), I was intrigued to try this fragrance and boy, was I hooked – so much so that it’s become my ‘signature fragrance’ and so will it forever be. Yes, it’s pricey because it’s new (Amazon have amazing deals, so will definitely re-order) but it’s worth every single penny if you like a light, subtle waft of fragrance rather than a bold, overpowering one.

As to how to define the fragrance – well, it’s NOT musky (ie no Sandalwood, Amber tones): it has a powdery fragrance, very light, slightly floral with some indefinable notes that make it linger, but not cloying. I would say that even people who don’t like or wear florals will like this. Everyone with whom you come into contact will ask what fragrance you are wearing, it’s that subtle and unique and I congratulate Chanel on what will surely become their No.1 fragrance in time.