chanel I also have the perfume, and it is divine. Maybe because my mother wore perfume and I loved my mother and her femininity. . What a shame! Putain des Palaces might come tomorrow, or later in the week. Your comparison of Insolence to Apres LOndee is right now, as Maurice Roucel himself admited that it was his inspiration. I'm rather pleased with myself that I had the sense to work my way through a bottle of Coco (probably my favorite) in my 20s. One whiff of the sample tube of Eau de Toilette a few days ago, though, and the scent came right back. I am wondering, though, at the substitution of this for Putain des Palaces. I love 22 and I always will. Thank you for sharing your beautiful thoughts and experiences with the world. 22 was sold in drugstores, along with Nos. 22 seems more subduedalthough it is definitely a womanly fragrance. Antoine de St.Exupery. Hmmm. Chanel les exclusifs, N22 youre mine. I feel as though it is best worn in cooler weather. January 9, 2007 at 10:53am Reply, AngelaS: In the good old days, No. I havent tried the Chanel womens offerings, but their mens fragrances are pretty disappointing. January 9, 2007 at 3:07pm Reply, Tania: I have a feeling that my impression of this one would vastly improve if I smelled the parfum. November 15, 2014 at 3:00pm Reply, Susan Lutz: Here is a tip for layering perfume. I have hoarded several vintage bottles, which Im storing in the refrigerator in readiness for the intense heat of our upcoming Australian July 29, 2022 at 8:20pm, Meredith Russell in 5 Perfume Masterpieces for Summer: Chanel-Riviera is my favorite of that collection even tho it is seldom mentioned! To me, Chanel fragrances were the epitome of chic. I havent found this comment by searching the blog, but Im always in need of better concentration, if youd be so kind. It is soon to be joined by Coromandel, 28 La Pausa, Bel Respiro, No. 22 and wonder whether its a joke that this was released. The problem is the only version I can get where I live is the EDT in 250 ml size and only from Chanel boutiques. I hope it is as close to the original as possible. Place a little dab of unscented body lotion in the palm of the hand and mix it gently with a spritz of your fragrance. 5 is the more popular kid on the block, No. January 11, 2007 at 5:54pm Reply, Shooey: What a lovely article, i am going to try chanel 22, i love no 5. I hope to have the opportunity to do so in the near future. January 10, 2007 at 2:35pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: C, I contacted Chanel and they were adamant that they are not discontinuing the parfums. Why. Good news! But n22 in my skin left me with a feeling of wonderment, as if the world could be beautiful even in a traffic jam in an awful avenue in Sao Paulo. I dont really smell the vanilla in the dry down at all, and the jasmine, ylang ylang, and tuberose are blended so that none of them stands out from the others. (Luckily, my Chanel trials produced two winners: No. Sometimes I am offended. 22 bath oil. January 9, 2007 at 9:49am Reply, Sisonne: I cannot believe it because I think even if I like the EdTs the parfums are so beautiful. July 31, 2013 at 12:27pm Reply, Victoria: I would love to hear your comparison with the current version, Kevin. As is true of the other numbered Chanels, the first hit of No. March 16, 2014 at 7:01pm Reply, Natalia P: Victoria I have tried this today for the second time in my skin and Im shocked, in a wonderful way, by how beautiful this fragrance is. Really, considering how large the bottle is, the price isn't so bad. January 9, 2007 at 1:39pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: J, you are too funny! January 9, 2007 at 1:38pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Chaya, it is gorgeous, isnt it! I have called several boutiques to find a sample. No 22 uses it too, and you get this note in the drydown. Ive ordered Chanel from both websites in the past. BoisdeJasmin: C, oh, no! 22 is warm enough to save for cool weather, and could be a day or night fragrance, although it might be too pretty for work. I find it soothing, too. I ended up buying the No. This thing loves my skin and I wear it for me ..lucky are those who walk right past me mmm I never want to part. I know I have a few Chanel samples, but I don't even think I have a bottle of anything Chanel these days. You like the classics! )but because some people at Chanel dont seem to know what they are talking about! Because my farther presented my mother with a one ounce bottle of the No.22 perfume in June 1947their wedding day. 22 parfum is heaven itself. I have ordered from them several times and have searched for Chanel on their site. March 21, 2016 at 10:42am Reply, Notturno7: Thank you for that tip, Susan! No. 22, I think. Well, I shall reserve my opinion till I try it. I called Chanel to see if theyd send small vials, they said no. If I need to concentrate, I wear something with violet, incense or orange blossom. Quelques Fluers is the most soft and restrained, Bellogia is more impactful and very clove bud Absolute and Carnation, with lots of Tolu and Benzoin, while the bouquet of no. Posted by Angela on 31 October 2006 43 Comments. November 17, 2007 at 5:20pm Reply, Carlos Vega: No.22 is a horrible fragrance. I noticed the same thing at The Perfumed Court. Can you try surrendertochance.com for samples? I always thought the EDT was beautiful but too sweet and a little thin. January 9, 2007 at 7:24am Reply, March: V I havent been lucky enough to try the parfum (yet! I dont know all the changes that were made, but apparently there is no longer an incense note? July 29, 2022 at 5:50pm, Etat Libre dOrange Secretions Magnifiques : Perfume Review, Frederic Malle Une Fleur de Cassie : Perfume Review , 7 Discoveries from 12 Years of Bois de Jasmin, Danilo Kis The Encyclopedia of the Dead, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQSOMLQ0jv8. I've ordered a sample of the parfum from the perfume court so i'll let you know how it goes! Its a very accurate observation. No. And I'd love a bottle of Bois des Iles. And yes, Chanel 22 is divine. it's Chanel!

Overall, thescent is warmer and more interesting than its raft of white flowers might lead one to believe, probably because of its incense rather than the more usual vanilla, amber, or sandalwood. I wished No. It is not sporty-moregarden party. With its composition of white flowers, No 22 was launched as a perfume capturing the spirit of White Look. I used to love the fact that Chanel had an extensive ancillary collection for their classical scents, but this does not seem to be quite the case these days. The thought of seeing the Eiffel Tower in person (heck, even seeing Sacramento in person) was dizzying. By the way, I have been reading your blog for several months now. 22 Eau de Toilette, and its available at gloss for $84 for a 100 ml spray. These are very sad news! I love trying a perfume and thinking it isn't me at all, and then being surprised at how much I like it! 22 for the longest time. Which I didn't like, but hey, it was perfume, and I wore it.) Unfortunately, I'm sure Diorissimo EDT is a sad shadow of its former self but I can't seem to get my hands on the parfum unless I make a fragrance pilgrimage out of my continent. 5 girl who was appalled by my interest in big white florals.

SHB: HELP! Anyway, Im only chiming in on this because I received an exclusifs sample of it yesterday and to my nose it is identical to the one I had in 77. Monoliths in the fragrance landscape, rather like the Acropolis or the Eiffel Tower or the Statue of Liberty: Ageless, timeless, classic, not to be done without. I love how soothing it is. 22 is kind of elusive but it is worth the while locating it. I believe they followed through but it is a mystery that nothing has come in the mail. The inside of my wrists and behind my ears were well moisturized that year. January 9, 2007 at 2:28pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Gaia, please do! I think youll like this one, she said. It will be so empowering, a trip on my own skin to places Ive never been and couldnt aford to go Also, would the parfum create a nice sillage as compared to the EDT. On another subject . I dont think they carry it, but I have sent an inquiry just to see.

You are a wonderful and gifted writer with a rare sensitivity. April 27, 2016 at 5:29am Reply, Victoria: Thank you very much for these nice words! The top notes are aldehydes, white roses, jasmine, tuberose, lily of the valley, lilac, and orange flower. I just adore Chanels Cristalle! 22. Chanel No. I didn't really start to enjoy No. Im very much looking forward to Les Exclusifs. I know what you mean about No. I was once recommended St Clair Scents Gardeners Glove for hot and July 30, 2022 at 4:13am, Amanda M in 5 Perfume Masterpieces for Summer: Beautiful choices, Victoria. I too was a girl looking for a bigger, better world. May 17, 2016 at 1:12pm Reply, KatieAnn: Thank you, Victoria. I love to anoint myself in this from time to time January 9, 2007 at 8:12am Reply, Judith: Beautiful review of a beautiful fragrance. I am thrilled to hear that you are discovering more of my beloved Guerlain fragrances. They are so evocative and always seem to have a story to tell, unlike the new ones which are just made to smell like long-lasting deodorants or worse, air fresheners! A classical aldehydic floral, it opens up with the sparkle of aldehydes, their slightly starched and metallic tonality lightening their powdery effect. Don't subscribe It was my first serious scent at age 15 and, in effect, launched me into the world of perfume. 22 would be her shy sister, reticent , demure..in the background. Oh please, Chanel, never deprive us of this beauty. January 9, 2007 at 12:28pm Reply, Madelyn E: Dear Victoria, Have a great day ! Love this list! I prefer what I remember to be the parfum.. as I find the EDT somewhat thin. My favorite of all Chanel perfumes! 22 however is one that I can comment on to some degree, it having been my first Chanel as a young university student in 1977, yes far past its original issue date but still long ago . I am considering purchasing 22 for myself based solely on reviews (mainly yours, as it makes it sound absolutely heavenly). Perhaps because t is only available in store? I also tried 31 rue Cambon which I also loved, specially after an hour. A lovely hommage to a fragrance of the calibre of a Rembrandt, Beethoven or Chaucer. I'm surprised that someone doesn't carry it. Does anyone know if there are other sources for ordering Chanel decants?

I was never able to fully appreciate Guerlain having worn in the distant past Shalimar , Jardin De Bagatelle and more recently Insolence. January 9, 2007 at 2:24pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Angela, I know exactly what you mean! Beautiful review.

December 27, 2007 at 6:53pm Reply. Ernest Beaux created Chanel No. Did you get my email? Imagine the heart-rendingly beautiful duet Viens, Mallika from Delibes Lakm translated into scent, and you have the middle of Chanel No. Yes, I did, and I just answered. Its only a few miles away from me. I find it very touching. For those who love the parfums, the discontinuation would be awful news indeed. Thank you. hi. January 9, 2007 at 2:31pm Reply. but my day is coming) however, I love the drydown of the EDT, to/on me it smells very much like incense. This was my first signature scent. 22 I at least aspired to pastel dresses, so I think you've pegged the fragrance pretty well. It is a very intoxicating fragrance. January 9, 2007 at 2:23pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Tigs, White Linen is striking, but I find that it has been reformulated too much. I love it even though I dont generally like powders. veil flowers valley lily invisible roots lilacs plants indoor pretty deviantart garden January 9, 2007 at 2:44pm Reply, Madelyn E: Dear Victoria, . Oh, lucky you to have found a fragrance that resonates with you so much! The parfum stays closer to the skin, creating a soft, intimate effect that I prefer to that of the sharper, brighter EDT. No. I have called/written Chanel to see if I could get a sample, but they also said no. 22 in 1922, the same year Caron Nuit de Nol and another Chanel, No. So I just want to say in your face Dior If Chanel can almost identically reproduce their scents from yesteryear, then so could Dior, if they could only take their eyes off the bottom line long enough to read the ingredients! You captured what this one's all about. I adore 22 and your thoughtful review, which so astutely covers that starchy (aldehydic) quality that rather closely mimics iris to my nose. As far as I know the parfum version wont be available anymore as soon as the new collection of EdC 200 ml & 400 ml bottles comes out. I seem to rememberbut somebody please correct methat Christopher Sheldrake, who created many of the Lutens fragrances, is doing work for Chanel nowadays. Update: Chanel No. My current problem is that Ive evolved beyond anything you find in department stores (and I live in a large city), and I realize I have finally entered the pursuit of the perfumes written about on these speciality blogs. 22 or if it was just yours. Any one know the truth? Now, I am intrigued enough to find the body lotion. I dont care if it is an edt or edp or oil or anything but it has to smell like the lotion or the body cream. Now its an Exclusif! This is not something I would like to do.how sad. The oil was fragrant and much less expensive than the Eau de Toilette. I have tried Chanel boutiques with some luck. Does that (or the name) conjure up Chanel 22? I don't find it particularly sweet, but it's so innocent, somehow, and heavily aldehydic (even though those two words don't seem like they should go together). I love the incense in it. No kidding!

I have a couple of questions. A couple have taken my address and said they would send it. Your words mean a lot to me. I live in the Asia Pacifc region and being only 26, I suppose I'm the only one amongst my peers to actually take any effort in hunting down any classic fragrances since most of them will not be in the local stores anyway. Even a few years ago you could find No 19 and No 22 in the parfum freely, and now they are available only in Paris. I haven't tried it, but I bet the No. I want more because it is running out and cannot find it anywhere. Does anybody know what perfume has that warm baby powder kind of sweetness in the chanel range? The heart of No 22 is comprised of beautifully indolic jasmine, orange blossom, and also the green tartness of lilac and the buttery sweetness of rose. I can't remember what it's called college was a loooooong time ago). I associate fragrances with certain colors including hair color. Elle, & Sisonne seemed to say that. January 10, 2007 at 1:20pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Madelyn, thank you for contacting them as well! November 15, 2014 at 2:57pm Reply, Victoria: Youre right about frankincense! PS- No luck w the Absinthe lecture. I was really shocked to hear that, but due to the fact that the news came directly from Chanel I almost believe that its truewould be really a shame Thanks!! Meanwhile, I hope that someone who has smelled it could share his/her thoughts. The incense makes it something interesting, and you know enough about Chanel not to be scared off by the aldehydes. Victoria: Great! My add is Dior Homme Cologne: crisp non-sulphurous grapefruit. Just wondering. Would people within arms length still be able to smell it? I love your view of the world. What a wonderful review! Bois Des Iles (the parfum) is perfection. I guess it starts with being a man who loves women. To place it in the vicinity of such lovely fragrances as Coromondel and Bel Respiro is a gigantic mistake. The sight of the photo of the white pearl is os poignant ..it almost hurts. After twenty minutes, when the shrieking coloratura of the aldehydes fades, a gorgeous duet of white flowers mostly orange flower to me and gentle incense emerges. At the time, I am tired of everything I am wearing and looking for that one special thing. 19 and I am pretty drawn to the Iris and leather in there. Privacy Policy. Im with Elle..my stockpiling impulse is now definitely at odds with my budget side. Another must-do for my spring trip to Paris. sigh. it is feminine and It seems to go best with light colored clothing. Please note that Chanel is changing the packaging of its Les Exclusifs collection; therefore, if you have a preference for the original flacons, be sure to act quickly.

My first Chanel was #19, purchased for me by my Mom, around the time of my college graduation. perfumekev: OK twist my arm :o) I guess I will have to smell the new one and of corse I would be happy to. Apply to you whole body as one would apply body lotion (or just to the neck and dcollet and arms if that it too much). Its very inspiring and your blog is a pearl too. While she selected the sample that became No 5, No 22 was introduced in 1922, a year after No 5. January 9, 2007 at 10:41am Reply, Tigs: This one is the powder of all powders for me. Looks like it is going to be in constant rotation with Cristalle, Diorissimo, Apres l'Ondee in my fragrance wardrobe. I knew that was happening w/ Bois des Iles, but somehow had not realized that all of them were meeting w/ that fate. L, thank you! Well, Bois des Iles and No. I hope Chanel stays family owned forever. Insolence reminds me of a combo Apres Londee with more vanilla and violet . :) January 9, 2007 at 8:49am Reply, Amandampc: Cheers Victoria! 22. 22 forward. There are so few perfume companies that are privately owned these days. What versions do you all have and where can I get them? I have a feeling that trying the parfum would make the difference. I, too associate the splendor that is Chanel No. I would also recommend confirming this before placing an order (assuming youre uncertain about what you are getting). And I still have a few drops of my Tubereuse sample; must buy a FB. (When I was a teen, she vetoed my choices of Sand & Sable AND Coty Muguet de Bois before allowing my grandmother to give me a bottle of Chloe. 22 is aldehydes. They didnt need an elaborate bottle or television ads of a man pretending to be a prince in a puffy shirt to signal quality. A woman wearing the right perfume can alter my consciousness. I find it a bit tedious to write reviews of fragrances from the same house for a few days days in a row, even if they are different. BoisdeJasmin: Madelyn, oh, it is too bad! When I put it on it's often for moments when I want a scent to relax with. Surprisingly, I didn't. But, Im horrified to read that they are d/cing the parfum versions. Have fun in Paris. Marian Bendeth January 9, 2007 at 5:13pm Reply. It took me a long time to appreciate No.22 since until a few years ago I was a white flower phobe, but I've seen the error of my ways and this is just divine. It is still my favorite Chanel. 22 for the last, because of the four I was testing, I thought I'd love it the most. I think Vol De Nuit may be next if I could get my hands on the parfum extrait . Madelyn E: Dear Victoria, Or do they discontinue them only here in Germany? The only big perfume stores here are Douglas, Mller and Essenza Nobile and they don't carry it. White florals can definitely pack a punch, but No. It seems the only option for mail order samples would be ebay. Copyright © 2005-2022 Now Smell This. My stockpiling impulses are having a serious war right now w/ the budget sided part of my brain. I had the parfum in a 1/4oz spray at one point. The scintillating white foil of aldehydes is a perfect backdrop for the sweet floral accords, softening their opulence and smoothing the heady elements into satiny perfection. And I would also like to know how much the EdT costs if possiblebefore I venture from my hometown of Vancouver, Canada over to Seattle to search for it. 22 to vintage Quelques Fluers Parfum and vintage Bellodgia parfum all three have close olfactive profiles. The EDT can not hold a candle to it. They said perfume could be returned for a full refund even if it has been opened (as long as it has not been used more than what is required for testing on skin). January 9, 2007 at 1:33pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Dear C, I did not hear the parfum discontinuation news, but it would be awful if this were indeed the case! Thank you! So..I have come to associate this creamy, white creation with romantic love. They,apparantly,don't use thier own noses. I am not one to chase vintage fragrances because I know my weaknesses, far too dangerous. 22 evokes a sense that is simultaneously melancholic and happy. It is a great fragrance to savour by returning to it again and again. I even have to get many of my classic Guerlains whenever I travel to Europe. I have read that 22 was reformulated since your review. After an hour and a half or so, just the incense, grounded slightly by vetiver, burns along quietly. I got a 2oz spray bottle of parfum for under $40.

A woman's choice of perfumes tells me a lot about her simply by walking past her. Victoria, I found your 5 star reviews and am so enjoying your writing and photos you pick. I could buy it at the mall in the old timber town where I grew up. No 22 is not a perfume to buy blindly, so I would urge you to test it on skin first. January 9, 2007 at 2:26pm Reply.

I cant wait. Alas, nothing has arrived! My mother wore it as well. I must sound elitist-I'm really not, I just love the experience of women who smell like women. October 28, 2014 at 10:44pm Reply, Victoria: A perfect birthday gift to yourself! I generally love sweet, warm florals. I think that more department storessuch as Nordstromused to carry No. For me a lot of its comfort is because it's such a familiar scent from so far back. January 10, 2007 at 1:19pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Elle, no need to worry! I believe it is currently out of stock on Chanels website.

I really like the perfume blog community, too, because it links me with other people who understand what perfume is all about. I most commonly notice that many women wear the same perfumes-somewhat commonplace and ordinary. And when I was a girl, in a dying timber town, Chanel was as close to god as you could get. I will stop at the Chanel Boutique when I stop in NYC. January 9, 2007 at 1:33pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: March, the EDT and the parfum have the same tinge of incense, although I find it very subtle and more of the sandalwood facet than true incense. It reminds me of frankincense. I am nearly faint eith concern. 19 did nothing for me. While No 5 is much more well-known and praised, I find the delicate beauty of No 22 to be particularly exquisite. I loved the intense floral up front, but the best is the soft, warm incense later. I never liked the scent of the the edt only the lotion or the body cream. I can imagine buying a quarter ounce of the No. I had the Eau de Toilette for many years and it had staying power when applied. In the morning Ill take out my No 22 EDT and try it as you suggested. Turin said that he almost prefered White Linen because he found this one a tad sweet, but Ive tried White Linen and I simply dont like it as much, too bright, I think. A very mystical ride!

It might grow on me yet! April 29, 2016 at 6:39am Reply.

- Victoria, Kay in 5 Perfume Masterpieces for Summer: So glad youre finding beauty, Victoria. September 5, 2007 at 10:21am Reply. July 31, 2013 at 2:30pm Reply. What a shame! I think I have cavities in my back teeth now. I didn't like it when I last tried it, being a dyed-in-the-wool 19 girl, but I'm coming around to vintage no. 22 is now part of the Les Exclusifs de Chanel collection, $200 for 200 ml Eau de Toilette. The official list of notes for No 22 is as follows: orange blossom, peach, citrus, orchid, rose, ylang-ylang, sandalwood, vetiver, vanilla. A taste of revival Waouh January 9, 2007 at 4:40am Reply, aryse: OHHHHHSorry for printems.I mean spring !!!!!! Im not sure if I wrote to the right adress. Leave a comment, or read more about commenting at Now Smell This. The fragrance will last all day. May 18, 2016 at 10:08am Reply, KatieAnn: I received a response from Surrender to Chance. Thank you very much. I don't think Chanel has produced anything of interest (or elegance) since Coco (which I bought the day it was released here, and wore for several years). I hope this helped you a bit? I have a bottle from years ago that still smell beautiful. 22 with a quintessential feminine warmth and elegance. I clearly remember the bath oils square, white glass bottle and the lids silver band, dissolved slightly by oil, but I only had a vague recollection of its fragrance. I mean, who needs 400 ml bottles?! Beautiful review. WHAT can I buy to replace it? 22! The association w/ a pearl is so perfect. Yes, I adore the classics! KatieAnn: Dear Victoria. Good thing we clarified it. Anyway, I love the history and romance associated with Vol de Nuit Aeropostale. Many, many thanks! Imfact. Finally. Do try No.22, if you have the chance. My first bottle was No. Its creator was Ernest Beaux, a genius perfumer responsible for many Chanel gems, including No 5, Gardnia, Bois des les and Cuir de Russie. No 22 is one of my favourite Chanel fragrances. I agree that the EDT is too thin. Then, one day at the mall, I discovered Chanel. I grew up abroad, but due to my DH's work have settled in a small town in the American South. The whole show lasts about four hours and stays close to my skin. Sigh.. relief I made it clear that it was the extrait (psrfum0 pure perfume I was talking about the EDT. October 29, 2014 at 6:27am Reply, Nati: I got a 4mL sample of this! January 9, 2007 at 1:27pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Aryse, the name alone Bel Respiro sounds beautiful! This wouldnt be the first time I latched onto something just when it became unattainable. These scents are calming, which helps with concentration. Does Chanel still hold the same clout today in the face of powerhouse niches like L'Artisan, Lutens, Creed and MPG ? March 17, 2016 at 4:16am Reply, Victoria: Yes, such a great way to perfume oneself. Here's our privacy policy, and a handy emoticon chart. Um, maybe my credit card will recover in time for my anniversary in May.). Or Im yours. how can one find out dear V..email Chanel Paris ? The boys loved her, too. Except for No 5, of course. I have not decided yet. 22 perfume for old times sake, though. Star rating: 5 starsoutstanding/potential classic, 4 starsvery good, 3 starsadequate, 2 starsdisappointing, 1 starpoor. All rights reserved. January 10, 2007 at 1:18pm Reply, BoisdeJasmin: Marian, what a beautiful description! See my comments below. Does anybody know what perfume has that warm baby powder kind of sweetness in the chanel range? What a lovely review! It's a beautiful scent with good bones like all Chanels, it is elegance in a bottle but I don't think I'll ever be able to wear it. Replies to my comments What a lovely review, Angela! They said they would send a sample, taking my address and name, but nothing has arrived. October 22, 2014 at 10:48am Reply, Nati: 27/11 is my birthday, I just simply will go and buy it, and dont look back. perfumekev: ahhhh!!!! "WATCH LIVE: Cleveland Zoo streaming blissfully odorless video of corpse flower blooming", "Take a Look at These Upcoming Olfactory Exhibitions" (perfumerflavorist), "Guerlain raises over 1 million for the protection of bees" (moodiedavitt), "Inter Parfums Reports Record 2022 Second Quarter Net Sales" (perfumerflavorist).



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