Ahhh, finally someone who unapologetically loves No. 5! That warms my heart.

@Persolaise

11 ай бұрын

I think it’s heavenly… as you can see. Thanks for watching.

Have to add a note of advice for those who hope to befriend No.5. Wear a dab of No.5 edp on your shoulders and under a cotton shirt. Shoulders perspire less than other areas of the body, so fragrance gets less distorted in that spot, and stays true to its essence. When I did that with No.5, it blew my mind, and I've adored No.5 ever since. Still, my real favorite is Eau Premiere. It is a modernized, more citrusy No.5. Love it. I could watch this video a hundred times. Thank you Persolaise.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this.

These Chanel videos just do not get old; I don't care how many you have done. And, of course, thank you for including Cristalle and 19, as always! I am so paranoid that they may be doing away with both, though I am hoping their inventory issues stem from the supply chain challenges COVID has presented!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU 😊

Oh no! Missed this one! Of all the ones to miss! Chanel Top Ten! 1. No. 5 2. No. 19 3. 31 Rue Cambon 4. Cuir de Russie 5. Le Lion 6. No. 22 7. Coromandel 8. 1932 9. 1957 10. Beige Long Live the Geeks! And yes, Mr. P, you were made to wear velvet!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

All hail geekery 😊 Thanks for your list.

Le Lion is the most mesmerising Amber fragrance I have ever experienced. It is both rich & dark with a definite animalistic quality that is never brash or harsh. Just very smooth as all all the great Chanel’s are

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

It is very special, I agree.

@ergastiripetra1209

Жыл бұрын

totally agree

Love this video - bit late to the party on this one. My absolute favourites are Cristalle 💗, No 19, Coco (the EDT over the EDP) and no 5. Wearing Cristalle now. I hope we continue to see Cristalle and No 19 for decades to come. Never found No 19 cold - I've always associated it with capable, cool, smart women who aren't looking for any outside affirmations - a confident scent.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Confident is right! Thanks for watching.

Loved this episode so much and so happy that my favourite Le Lion was right up there . It’s exquisite and so glad that I bought it as I knew I would love it.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, thanks for watching, Angela.

Very spooky - I was only looking for your video on this subject a couple of days ago. I was disappointed there wasn’t one so am very thankful for this!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, excellent. Thanks for watching.

Persolaise, your top 10 Chanel list was enjoyable to watch. Chanel fragrances are epic as are your fragrance reviews. You are the perfect person to do this video.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

That’s very kind, thank you.

Oh, my. I just found this gem here on youTube via the recommendation of a friend. It just makes me happy such channel exists. 🖤

@Persolaise

6 ай бұрын

Thank you very, very much indeed. I hope you enjoy the other videos.

Love me some perfume geekery! Wonderful video, Mr. P.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching.

Wonderful top 10 video, thank you Persolaise. A top 10 Fragrance du Bois would be great.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for watching.

Truly a wow video! Love chanel

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Wonderful video. Absolutely seated lion with Le Lion. When I wear it, it always makes me feel that there's a lion in the room, at the corner, seated and majestic. Brilliant stuff. Looking forward to discovering more of the Les Exclusifs.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Le Lion is very special indeed.

Coromandel and Bois Des Iles are to die for!

@Persolaise

19 күн бұрын

Totally agree.

Thank you for yet another inspiring video and top 10! I wonder what you think of Allure, formerly my signature scent (EDT). I find it so Chanel and so elegant, sunny, fruity in the opening, beautiful! 😍

@Persolaise

7 ай бұрын

I quite like Allure Sensuelle.

So sorry I missed this one !! I'm in the middle of a house move just now, but can't wait to get back to normal and resume my regular Persolaise YT watching 😉

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Take your time. And good luck with the move.

Absolutely agree with your reaction to Bois Des Iles, I love it so much it gets me swooning! I dare say it’s my favorite Chanel. Stunning!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

It's truly exceptional.

Aaah such a shame I missed most of this live Top 10 episode… would have loved to participate since Chanel is one of my favourite brands. Really really enjoyed the playback though so thank you very much! There just so much to talk about. I just finished listening to 'The Secret of Chanel No. 5' by Tilar Mazzeo... fascinating story or stories really, as the book is about so much more than just No. 5. Well: à la prochaine, as those Frenchies say! ;)

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I seem to remember that was a good read. Thanks for watching.

I would like to see a video on the subject of your fragrance journey, from the moment (and perfume) that got you rolling, through all the various steps (some faltering, I imagine) on the way to where you are now. Many thanks for thoughtful and informative videos. Doc

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. I don’t like spending too much time talking about myself in my videos, but you might find this helpful: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lWxrqtqNg7jJpJM.html

Coco was my gateway into Chanel, I want to love it now but it just reminds me of my younger years . Love Chanel No. 5 one of my all time favs I wore Coco mademoiselle for nearly two decades as my signature scent but I have graduated in my fifties….lol Recently blown through half a bottle of Chanel beige which I am absolutely enamoured with can’t get enough of this scent. Almost forgot that I purchased Coromandel based on your referral last winter …..wore it all winter long it is such a comforting beautiful winter scent I can’t get enough of it . Oh just recent smelt Paris Paris and that is my next buy, LOVE the patchouli sophistication of this scent. This was a great video thanks so much really enjoyed it I also have to agree love the shirt👍❤️

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much indeed. And I’m so pleased you fell in love with Coromandel.

Thank you for the shout out to Krzysztof Kieślowski. Matching the character of a Chanel fragrance to a Kieślowski character equals big joy for this fan of both. With cinema sharing space with perfume in your creative scope, it would be fun to have your do more movie/scent match-ups.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I wonder, have you seen these posts on my blog: persolaise.com/cinema-scent

I have worn no19 for decades. Still love it to its. Bought coromandel because of you and love that aswell. Next on list to buy is no. 22. Sniffed it at duty free.... surprised how much I like it. No 5 is growing on me, I really like the l’eau. Bel respiro and Le Lion were too much for me. Intrigued to try Crystals Great video from awesome house.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, thanks very much. I love 22, as you know.

Bel Respiro edt ( treasure my 75 ml bottle) and Le Lion must be my absolute favorite ones! Have Bois Des Iles edt coming in mail today. Can't wait!

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Ah yes, Bel Respiro edt is heaven.

Another great episode, thank you! Guerlain, Hermes, Dior, Tom Ford and L' Artisan Parfumeur would deserve your Top 5/7/10 for sure! I also realised your amazing Top 7 of Frederic Malle is missing on your ''Best Perfumes By Brand'' list! And what about your best fruity (fruity/floral) or sandalwood perfumes?

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that: I’ll see if I can sort out the list.

Oh this was fun. I really adore so many Chanels. My favorites evolve but at the moment I am most obsessed with Misia and 31 RC. Coromandel has always been a favorite. I own Cuir, BdI, Jersey, Sycomore, 1932, 5, Deauville, Allure, Egoiste.. Chance was my first grown up perfume so maybe it all started there. They endlessly interest me in all formulations though I’ve really not tried the extraits. I best not open that can of worms 💰

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

That’s quite a list, thank you. I do hope you get to try the extraits one day.

I love Coco! I like the spice in the cooler weather.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful. Thanks for watching.

I was happy you included Cristalle. Still available in Switzerland too. I only love the EdT, it's opening is magic and uplifting. I'm besotted with Coco. I find it's unique and quite unsual for Chanel. Personally I can see the similarities but I find Opium smells dated while Coco is timeless. I prefer the EdT to EdP but I've heard the parfum is the best.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

I know there are lots and lots of Coco fans out there. Thanks very much for watching.

Wonderful video! Shame that in the US I haven't been able to get a hold of Pour Monsieur edt. The edp is too heavy of a fougere to me. My favorite Chanels are Bois des Iles, 31 Rue Cambon, Cuir de Russie, Coromandel, and versions of No. 5. I really love No.19 Poudre as a safe "office scent" when I have to behave but I still want to wear something interesting. I still need to work on getting used to the colder versions of No. 19. I admire it but struggle to own it on my skin. Intrigued by the new Coco Mademoiselle / Chance layering concept, though Im not really a fan of either.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for watching, Lia. I like your list.

Just finished a move from Ohio to Texas and have been very busy. Trying to catch up with your videos. Chanel No.5 is my life long favorite. I have Coco, Coco Noir, Coco M, Allure, but No.5 is the one. No.19 was my very first fragrance as a teenager.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thanks for watching.

Perfect❤

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Le Lion still stands #1 of my all time (not just Chanel)....glad to see it top the list here as well.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, praise indeed. Thanks for watching.

Love no5 and allure sensuelle. Have not had a chance to try le lion but it sounds right up my alley 🦁

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you like it. Thanks for watching.

Cristalle and Kieslowski…very apt! Same here in Indonesia, they only sell the EdT version and for no. 19 only the EdP.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, interesting, thank you.

I would also add Gardenia, it is so beautiful.

@Persolaise

3 ай бұрын

That one has lots of fans. Thanks for watching.

Okay now I can watch it from the beginning

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

😊

This video prompted some self-reflection -- so thank you Persolaise. I realized that I only knew a couple of Chanel fragrances but had a prejudice because of an ill-judged purchase of Chance (I was seduced the bottle) which I came to loathe. So with a more open mind, I stepped inside Chicago's Chanel boutique recently to try a few things. Bel Respiro - nice but too floral. Surprised that I liked Boy! Most impressed by Coromondel (still not for me, but how beautiful) and Cuir de Russie. I think that I could get there with CdR, which would be nice in the cold Midwestern winters. On same perfume trip, I became aware of new Italian niche brand, Meo Fusciuni, with its Spirito impressing.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, thank you so much for this. It’s always good to go back and challenge our prejudices. That said… I’ve got a bit of a soft spot for Chance 😉

@fragchitown8985

2 жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise yes, indeed - have a good day

I was wondering what book on perfume you would most recommend. I'm looking for a rich visual history of fragrance with lots of geeky facts similar to an advanced DK book. Hopefully it would span many brands and have lots of historical writing of the perfumers. Have you any books like this to recommend? Thanks!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Sadly, I don’t a book quite like that exists. But here are some recommendations: persolaise.com/shopping-guides

Please dear Persolaise, do smell Liu by Guerlain since you like no 5 so much. It’s just magical and since it’s not widely known I’m afraid it might disappear. That can never happen! If you’re not able to smell it anywhere I might just have to send you a little.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

I had a quick sniff in France a few months ago - I need to revisit it.

@le_journal_de_natalie

2 жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise Oooh really?! Very intrigued now!

Tried Chanel No 19 again on my skin right after your video (because I really do want to like it) and strangely enough it smells pretty good on my skin today. I don’t know if I should be deleting my comment from the chat now… I’m really puzzled and starting to believe now that temperature and humidity really do influence how a perfume smells on the skin. I always thought the difference was either minor or imagined. However, in the winter the smell was unbearable on me (though not so on paper).

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Ah, there’s No 19 with its strange chameleon quality again. Thanks for watching.

I adore Coco, don't care for the lavender note in Coco Noir. Imho, Coco one upped Opium. It is balanced and refined, a Chanelified Opium for those of us who don't need a brick of cloves, and who get happy from the wafts of ylang ylang as Coco dries down. And yes, if you are wearing it in warm weather, it is not as much fun. Coco, and Opium are strictly for cold weather. Thanks for your great videos.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this, Bonnie. Glad to know you're a Coco fan.

I have several Chanel LOVES in my collection but if I have to choose the top spot it definitely goes to no 19 vintage extrait... It's austere and commanding and brilliant... Perfectly unisex and captivating from start to finish...!! Also adore VINTAGE pour monsieur EDT (the current formulations are rubbish) and égoïste (vintage if possible, cologne concentrée even more if possible, though the current one is good!)...

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

I must get hold of some vintage PM one day.

Today i tested Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme, really enjoyed the warm cozy tonka drydown. Better than most modern designers honestly. Also need to get myself a bottle of 19 EDP.

@Persolaise

8 ай бұрын

I hope you manage to find it. Thanks for watching.

Hello from CT, USA…how close does the new Paris Paris les eaux, come to this top 10 list? This Chanel addict would love your spin on this. Thank you😘P.S…Chanel…just go ahead and bring all your fragrances in a liter bottle😆

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

I’d say it doesn’t come especially close. Thanks for watching.

I really like Chanel no 19 edp, I thinking about buying Bel Respiro is it going in the same direction?

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Yes, they do have some facets in common. Thanks for watching.

i was _sure_ allure homme was going to be on this list... its the only chanel perfume i had and the most gorgeous scent among all the other ones ive tried and had (my top 3 from all time would be dior homme the original scent and ysl l'homme)... Now i cant wait to try some of these!

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Ah, well there you go: some treats for you to discover. Thanks for watching.

I've seen a few No 19's going for a respectable price. It's on my watch list.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

Oh dear! I may have just bought Le Lion based entirely upon your two videos about Les Exclusifs. I love Chanel perfumes and have yet to encounter one that doesn't make me swoon, but it was a tough decision between Le Lion and Coromandel. Time will tell as I have to wait seven days for delivery.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Please come back and let us know what you think of it. Thanks for watching.

@daniellereid01

2 жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise I most definitely will! I'm loving your reviews and suspect that our noses both like the same kinds of smells. I'm about to watch your latest now. Thank you!

Have you done a list or reviews about perfumes with a strong Osmanthus note? I would love to hear your recommendations.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

No, not yet. Thanks for the suggestion.

@JetPackDino

2 жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise Thank you! I look forward to it. You're the best! 🥰

My fav’s. No 19, 31 Rue Cambon and Cristalle EDT which I can’t get hold of 🥺and of course Cuir de Russie when I want to be very serious 😀

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

That's quite a list. Thank you.

I adore Chanel scents. No 5 is my go to but I like to switch things up a bit….. does anyone know of anything it layers beautifully with? 🙏🏻 💕 Also……Pour Monsieur is just the sexiest on men, for me….. gets me every time. So elegant.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

It's excellent. Thanks for watching.

le lion is the only one on your list i have now. i bought it not long ago, and perhaps this is the first and only perfume with strong scent. i didnt know i would love it, as its not typical scent i like..not floral and very powerful spicy scent. but i love it, seriously love it. the only problem is that its hard to find an occasion to wear it as its too powerful 😂

@Persolaise

9 ай бұрын

I’d say, just wear it whenever you want to.

@Persolaise Can Le Lion be really already reformulated? It is hard to imagine.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

I find that a bit hard to believe too.

I love Chanel No 5 extrait I also love Chanel No 22 edp. I'm so curious about the No. 22 extrait.

@Persolaise

25 күн бұрын

Many thanks for watching.

Hello Persolaise, how do I join in the chat during a live stream? I tried but couldn't find an option. Thanks!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

I thought you just had to type in a comment.

@L-Ondee

2 жыл бұрын

Are you using the youtube app? When I go on youtube via the internet browser it does not give me a chat option either. On the app the chat usually opens as soon as you click on the video. And then there is a chat icon too.

@sultanmulberry6967

2 жыл бұрын

I'm going onto KZread's website from my android off of chrome.

@L-Ondee

2 жыл бұрын

So you go via your internet browser. Download the youtube app onto your phone and go onto the livestream from there. You will be able to participate in the chat.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to do this, Heinke.

Totally agree with respect to Coco. A bit too 80’s for me I think.

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to write.

I enjoy so much 1957 of Chanel

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Can anyone suggest the best way to get samples of chanels? in EU? thanks!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps someone reading this will be able to help.

@lisaesposito7317

2 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to get your hands on Chanel samples without going to a retailer and even then it’s at their benevolence and belief that you look fancy enough to ultimately buy a bottle. I’d suggest Facebook perfume groups where people can decant or sell you samples.

@musa6388

2 жыл бұрын

@@lisaesposito7317 thanks for the help Lisa.

Late to the show here but throwing in my two scents(lol).. Chanel °5 before 1986 when Polge, imho, monkeyed with it and ruined it's OG beauty. Taking a hard left, I like Chanel mascara. Enjoy your day, Monsieur Persolaise!

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for watching.

I understand that your channel doesn't focus on discussing individual perfumery ingredients, but would you be willing to enlighten us on the raw material, Boronia?

@Persolaise

19 күн бұрын

I’ll see what I can do. Many thanks for watching.

@barbarachappuis766

18 күн бұрын

@@Persolaise, thank you!

For me, Chanel has brought me the most disappointing experiences in fragrances. Let's start with no5 which is so iconic and hyped but when I smelled it I had a big WTF moment. I was expecting something stunning, beautiful, sophisticated, feminine, classic, timeless. All that stuff. What I got instead was none of that... Quite a polarizing perfume. Blue du Chanel was also overwhelmingly MEH. Is this what the hype is all about? Love Sycomore and Coromandel. And when I get to be 70+ years old I might go for Pour Monsieur :D

@Persolaise

5 ай бұрын

Well, we all have our own preferences. I’m not a fan of Bleu. But I do adore No. 5. Thanks for watching 😊

Where is Allure?? I am probably the only person that loved it 😃 and I do think COCO NOIR is a dark master

@Persolaise

2 ай бұрын

Allure has its fair share of fans. Many thanks for watching.

💫

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

😊

Cristalle is beautiful. Unfortunately, the EDT's longevity is fleeting.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for watching.

Mr. P, the sandalwood addict here to tell you that I don't think you have done a sandlewood video - at least I haven't been able to find one. Would be a fabulous addition to your body of work here on KZread, don't you think? Just sayin! 👏👏👏🙂 BTW - would you believe I've never ever smelled a Chanel perfume - in my life? Not on purpose or anything - somehow just haven't. Talk about being late to the party!

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

I’ll have to add sandalwood to the list. And you’ve certainly got a few treats in store with Chanel.

@scp5577

Жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise This year is the first year I've really gotten into perfumes so here's my plan: just before Mother's Day and just before my birthday in July - I'm there - at the Chanel counter - sniffing and deciding. I'm intrigued by your passion for #5 and Coromandel and would you say, Mr. P, for a sandalwood/ wood/amber lover like me - Ile de Bois - might be one to focus on?

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

@@scp5577 Definitely Bois Des Iles, but also Egoiste and Allure Sensuelle. Enjoy!

@scp5577

Жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise Thank you!

@scp5577

Жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise ...and right right...I got it backwards...Bois Des Iles...😅

45:15❤❤❤

@Persolaise

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

Gardenia ??

@Persolaise

7 ай бұрын

Not on this list, I'm afraid.

@oldenglishsheepdogfun5960

7 ай бұрын

@@Persolaise I ve just bought it without ever smelling it 😬 fingers crossed

Lucas Turin very famously made the wire mother comment re No 19.

@Persolaise

Жыл бұрын

Ah, I didn’t know that.

@noelbecker7002

Жыл бұрын

@@Persolaise 💜

no Sycamore!????? 😢 sacrilegious.

@Persolaise

11 ай бұрын

Sorry!

Dislike for not including Egoiste

@Persolaise

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry 😊