Chanel

There is no doubt that Maison Chanel has a particular place in the hearts of perfume connoisseurs. Its legendary inventor, Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, was not only eager to push boundaries in her creative work, but her disruptive, forward-thinking attitude extended to the scent world as well. As a result, more than a century after the brand's original creation, Chanel perfumes are still widely regarded as the peak of luxury scent.

Chanel may be recognized for its classic tweeds and interlocking Cs, but the introduction of Chanel No. 5 in 1921 established the fashion brand as a name in the scent world. With its intense, aldehyde-heavy aroma built from numerous notes rather than a single one—which was standard at the time—the brand single-handedly altered the way women wear fragrances. Since then, the brand's fragrance gurus have created a host of ground-breaking perfumes that span scent categories. Notable references include Chanel Chance Eau Tendre, a fruity floral that's a crowd-pleaser, and Coco Noir, an enticing, sensual scent perfect for after-hours.

Founded: 1924
Headquarters: Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
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Website: https://www.chanel.com/us/fragrance/