Chanel No 5 Parfum by Chanel is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Chanel No 5 Parfum was launched in 1921. The nose behind this fragrance is Ernest Beaux. Top notes are Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are iris, Jasmine, Rose, Orris Root and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Civet, Amber, Sandalwood, Musk, Moss, Vetiver, Vanilla and Patchouli.
Designed by master perfumer Olivier Polge, this fragrance is intended to bring all the sophistication and class of Chanel No 5 to the younger generations. This lighter, fresher version draws the nose in with fresh opening notes of lemon, mandarin orange, neroli, bergamot, lime, and aldehydes. Middle notes are ylang ylang, jasmine, and may rose. The base notes for this fragrance are rich musk, vanilla, cedar, and orris root to keep with the timeless classic without sacrificing the simplicity of the scent.