Alternatives
Perfumes that smell like N°5
N°5 by Chanel (1921) is built around Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, Rose. Here are the ten perfumes in our encyclopedia that come closest, with what each one shares and what sets it apart.
« A fizz of aldehydes shimmering over white flowers and creamy woods. »
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Chanel · 1922
N°22
Shared notes: Aldehydes, Neroli, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose. What differs: Lily of the Valley, Tuberose. Same family (Floral Aldehyde).
- 2
Elizabeth Taylor · 1991
White Diamonds
Shared notes: Aldehydes, Neroli, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang. What differs: Bergamot, Orange, Lily. Same family (Floral Aldehyde).
- 3
Lanvin · 1927
Arpège
Shared notes: Aldehydes, Rose, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Vanilla. What differs: Bergamot, Peach, Lily of the Valley. Same family (Floral Aldehyde).
- 4
Byredo · 2009
Blanche
Shared notes: Aldehydes, Rose, Sandalwood. What differs: Pink Pepper, Peony, Violet. Same family (Floral Aldehyde).
- 5
Amouage · 2007
Reflection Man
Shared notes: Jasmine, Neroli, Ylang-Ylang, Sandalwood, Vetiver. What differs: Rosemary, Pink Pepper, Petitgrain. Positioned as Masculine.
- 6
Estée Lauder · 1953
Youth Dew
Shared notes: Aldehydes, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Vanilla. What differs: Peach, Bergamot, Patchouli.
- 7
Patou · 1930
Joy
Shared notes: Rose, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Iris, Sandalwood. What differs: Tuberose, Musk, Civet.
- 8
By Kilian · 2007
Love Don't Be Shy
Shared notes: Neroli, Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Vanilla. What differs: Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Honeysuckle.
- 9
Hermès · 2000
Rouge
Shared notes: Aldehydes, Rose, Iris, Jasmine. What differs: Saffron, Bergamot, Amber.
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Chanel · 1971
N°19
Shared notes: Neroli, Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Vetiver. What differs: Galbanum, Bergamot, Oakmoss.
Frequently asked questions
Which perfume smells most like N°5?
Based on our analysis of fragrance pyramids, N°22 by Chanel is the closest: it shares 8 notes with N°5, including Aldehydes, Neroli, Ylang-Ylang.
What is an alternative to N°5 from another house?
White Diamonds (Elizabeth Taylor, 1991) picks up Aldehydes, Neroli, Rose in a different interpretation.
Which other Chanel perfume is similar to N°5?
At Chanel, N°22 (1922) is the closest, sharing Aldehydes, Neroli, Ylang-Ylang.
How is this ranking built?
We compare the top, heart and base notes of every perfume. Rare notes weigh more than very common ones like musk or bergamot; olfactory family and gender refine the score. Nothing replaces trying it on skin.