Gardénia
white floral up front, then green, settling into tuberose.
About
Gardénia by Chanel is a Floral fragrance for women. Gardénia was launched in 1925. The nose behind this fragrance is Ernest Beaux. Top notes are Orange Blossom and Green Notes; middle notes are Gardenia, Tuberose, Jasmine and Fruity Notes; base notes are Coconut, Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Vetiver and Patchouli. Gardenia…
Nose: Ernest Beaux
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Chanel picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Gardénia smell like?
white floral up front, then green, settling into tuberose. Dominant accords: white floral, green, tuberose.
What notes are in Gardénia?
Top: Orange Blossom, Green Notes. Heart: Gardenia, Tuberose, Jasmine, Fruity Notes. Base: Coconut, Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Patchouli.
How long does Gardénia last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Gardénia loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Gardénia best for?
Spring is the top pick (45%). Summer is second at 32%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Gardénia?
Day wear leads at 80%. Night is a secondary pick at 20%.
Is Gardénia for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 76% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Gardénia?
Composed by Ernest Beaux. Released in 1925.
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