Chanel Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel
What does it smell like?
It smells mostly rose and aromatic. Geranium and aldehydes at the top, rose and violet in the middle and amber and java vetiver oil at the base.
- Came out
- 1931
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- spring
Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel notes
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About Chanel Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel
Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel carries the name of its own house.
Will people notice Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel?
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Rogue Perfumery Rostracto unisex.
Other Chanel perfumes
The house has 44 perfumes here, led by Egoiste, Bleu de Chanel Parfum and Allure Sport.
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 aromatic side keeps it clean and easy.
The style of Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel
The strongest accord is rose (100%), followed by aromatic and fresh spicy. You will probably like it if you enjoy rose and aromatic smells and notes like rose and amber. Perfume fans rate it 3.90 out of 5.
Best seasons to wear it
The best time of year to wear it is spring. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: spring, fall, winter and summer. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel dupes and alternatives
Similar picks to try: Nino Cerruti 1881 (4 shared notes), Guerlain Heritage (5 shared notes), Lanvin Arpege (4 shared notes) and Rogue Perfumery Rostracto unisex (5 shared notes).
Questions people ask
When did Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel come out?
It came out in 1931.
Does Le 1940 Rouge de Chanel last long?
It lasts about 6 to 9 hours on skin.
Can men wear it?
It is made for women, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.