WS-G-1969

Chamade

1969Men

green up front, then amber, settling into floral.

Chamade by Guerlain is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Chamade was launched in 1969. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean-Paul Guerlain. Top notes are Hiacynth, Aldehydes, Rose, Jasmine and Bergamot; middle notes are Galbanum, Rose, Lilac, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley and Cloves; base notes are Tolu Balsam, Benzoin, Peru Balsam,…

green amber floral balsamic

Nose: Jean-Paul Guerlain

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Hiacynth, Aldehydes, Rose, Jasmine, Bergamot
Heart· 2–4h
Galbanum, Rose, Lilac, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Cloves
Drydown· 6h+
Tolu Balsam, Benzoin, Peru Balsam, Amber, Vetiver, Vanilla, Sandalwood

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

84%

84%

55%

54%

52%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring37%Fall30%Summer18%Winter15%Day62%Night38%Wears female56%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Guerlain picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Chamade smell like?

green up front, then amber, settling into floral. Dominant accords: green, amber, floral.

What notes are in Chamade?

Top: Hiacynth, Aldehydes, Rose, Jasmine, Bergamot. Heart: Galbanum, Rose, Lilac, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Cloves. Base: Tolu Balsam, Benzoin, Peru Balsam, Amber, Vetiver, Vanilla, Sandalwood.

How long does Chamade last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Chamade loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Chamade best for?

Spring is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Chamade?

Day wear leads at 62%. Night is a secondary pick at 38%.

Is Chamade for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 56% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Chamade?

Composed by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Released in 1969.