COROMANDEL
Coromandel is a voluptuous ambery fragrance centered on patchouli, vanilla, and benzoin, with a resinous frankincense facet. It opens with a bright citrus sparkle, then unfolds into a creamy, powdery heart of orris and white chocolate, resting on a warm, sensual base. The overall effect is smooth, opulent, and mysterious, evoking the lacquered screens that inspired it.
Perfumer: Jacques Polge, Christopher Sheldrake
Scent
The opening is a bright, bitter orange and neroli sparkle, quickly giving way to a deep, earthy patchouli and powdery orris heart. The base is a warm, sweet embrace of benzoin and vanilla, with a smoky frankincense accent that adds mystery and depth.
Season and wear
Given its rich, enveloping nature, this fragrance is inferred to be best suited for cooler months, particularly autumn and winter.
Sillage and longevity
Sillage is estimated to be moderate to strong, leaving a noticeable trail without being overwhelming. As an Eau de Parfum, longevity is expected to be above average, though actual wear time varies with skin chemistry and environment.
Perfumer and bottle
Released in 2007 as an Eau de Parfum. The perfumer is Jacques Polge and Christopher Sheldrake. The selected 75 mL bottle follows the capacity used for earlier CHANEL images where an equivalent existed.
