What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is lemon and mandarin orange. The heart brings honeysuckle and jasmine. On the skin it settles into vanilla and sandalwood. Overall it smells citrus and floral.
- Came out
- 1996
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Allure notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
A closer look at Chanel Allure EDP
Allure EDP comes from Chanel. This one is the Eau de Parfum.
Allure sillage
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough.
Who will like it
The strongest accord is citrus (100%), followed by floral and white floral. You will probably like it if you enjoy citrus and floral smells and notes like honeysuckle and vanilla. Less obvious notes include peach, magnolia and amber. Perfume fans rate it 4.12 out of 5.
Allure price per bottle size
The usual price in Europe is about €145. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Joop! and Lancôme Variety.
Longevity on skin
It stays on skin for about 6 to 9 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. It lasts about as long as Joop! and Karl Lagerfeld Sun Moon Stars. Base notes like vanilla and sandalwood are the part that stays longest on the skin.
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For work or for evenings
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
Flankers and editions
There are 3 other versions of this perfume, released between 2002 and 2012.
If you like Allure, try these
Similar picks to try: Joop! (8 shared notes), Karl Lagerfeld Sun Moon Stars (9 shared notes), Parfums Gres Cabotine Variety (8 shared notes) and Lancôme Variety (9 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Karl Lagerfeld Sun Moon Stars starts from €64.
Perfume comparisons
See the notes, how long each lasts and the price side by side.
Quick answers
Can men wear Allure?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
When did Allure come out?
It came out in 1996.
What is the best season for it?
Spring.
What is the difference between Allure EDP and Allure Sport?
The other one is the Eau de Cologne and lasts about 6 to 9 hours.