N°22
Composed by Ernest Beaux in 1922 as a variation on N°5, N°22 is a powdery aldehyde floral that unfolds with crystalline radiance. The luminous opening of aldehydes and neroli gives way to a heart of tuberose, orange blossom, and rose, creating an enveloping, skin-hugging scent. Its soft, powdery base of iris, vanilla, and vetiver leaves a caressing trail, evoking an absolute of femininity that feels both timeless and intimately personal.
Perfumer: Ernest Beaux
Scent
The fragrance opens with a sparkling burst of aldehydes, lending a crystalline, almost metallic sheen that softens into neroli and lily-of-the-valley. The heart reveals a lush bouquet of tuberose, orange blossom, and rose, creamy and indolic, balanced by a hint of spice. As it settles, powdery iris and vanilla create a soft, skin-like base with a subtle vetiver earthiness, leaving a luminous, caressing trail.
Season and wear
Based on its composition, this fragrance is inferred to be most suitable for spring and autumn, when moderate temperatures allow the powdery florals to bloom without becoming overwhelming. Its luminous, skin-hugging nature also makes it a refined choice for cooler summer evenings.
Sillage and longevity
For an Eau de Parfum, the sillage is estimated to be moderate, projecting about an arm's length from the skin. This is a cautious qualitative estimate, as actual projection depends on application amount and individual skin chemistry. As an Eau de Parfum, this fragrance is estimated to last approximately 6 to 8 hours on skin, though this is a cautious qualitative estimate. Actual longevity varies with skin type and environment; it may be shorter on dry skin or in very warm conditions.
Perfumer and bottle
Released in 1922 as an Eau de Parfum. The perfumer is Ernest Beaux. The selected 75 mL bottle follows the capacity used for earlier CHANEL images where an equivalent existed.
