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jokermenx – :
Confident, clean and quietly luxurious, just the way I like my fragrances to be. It conveys the idea of crisp green tranquility that is balanced to a degree but not without the character, perhaps event with an an unique streak. It is like Mugler cologne mixed with Hermes Narcisse Bleu with something rather Prada like, some other favourites that I really do enjoy a lot.
It is a definition of subtle elegance, rather laid back due to immense confidence it radiates, yet just as professional as colognes go. Fits many settings and has a lot to offer to a right wearer.
Citrus sparkling green white floral with some dry clean musk and iris.
Div11 – :
This smells like a powdery bar of soap on my skin. I gave it to my mother-in-law. If you, like her, are a fan of Chanel fragrances, you will like this, because it has that distinctive Chanel DNA. I am not a fan of Chanel fragrances, they are too soapy for me. I am glad i could give it to someone who will enjoy it.
gregruss – :
Not a fan. Cristalle Eau Verte is very green and grassy on me. I don’t get much else. Something in there reminds me of a synthetic mint accord which is not nasty but not great either. Dull and persistent, CEV nags its way into my brain saying the same thing over and over, like your mother reminding you to clean your teeth. I’d take one bottle of No 19 EDT over 100 of this.
cac2s96 – :
Wow. Not what I was expecting at all. I saw the citrus, but was optimistic that it was a bit more. Alas, it’s not really. It’s modern, fresh and green. Floral? Not really. Mossy? Heck no. It’s still very Chanel, though. Cold, distant and unsettling. As a man, I feel this is definitely a feminine freshie. Cristalle for the younger crowd? Eh, not really. Anyone with confidence can pull it off. More like an Eau de Cologne than anything, though. I like it enough and would happily accept it as a gift, but I’d never buy it.
Edit: it really does smell of grass though. I love that
muzillaq – :
Cristalle Eau Verte is a very contemporary, chic and natural scent. Despite its naming as green water, Cristalle Eau Verte is nowhere near a sharp green scent, but rather relies on lemon and bergamot with a following combination of nondescript jasmine and magnolia in the mix. Neroli s also noticeable in this citrus-floral perfume. Sheer, cologne-like and thus genderless, youthful, clean and sunny, it reminds you of a relaxing vacation. Needless to say it’s a classic choice in spring and summer. Carefree and soothing. Also, sensual.
In a blind test I would have never thought it’s a flanker of Cristalle, although I know Cristalle very well, so Cristalle Eau Verte stands alone. Also I wonder why nobody hasn’t commented on the sprayer! It’s hands down the best sprayer in perfume bottle I’ve ever encountered; it distributes the perfume in the widest way possible, with only two sprays my whole neck was covered with the scent.
Lastly, all those females who find Chanel perfumes as granny/old lady style ( I hate these terms, but let’s be real, that’s how they characterize them) should really give Cristalle Eau Verte a chance, it surpasses Gabrielle in my opinion and 5 L’eau, both in execution and longevity, and it’s youthful without being cheap-tacky-fruity as countless newer perfume offerings for young women
Sillage is very good in the beginning. After two hours it sits closer to the skin and survives for at least five hours.
mexalexx – :
I love this so much. Wherever you go, in meetings someone will comment on it, spray it in a public place and someone will ask you what it is. I want to love Cristalle badly but the patchouli smells like cats pee to me and I’ve had to give up. This is so beautiful and classy to my nose, like wearing a crisp white shirt but not in a formal way. Wearing this feels to me like the original black and white Eternity adverts from the 90s looked. The magnolia adds some warmth, though without cloying. The bergamot and lemon are sharp until they calm down. It’s green but not herbaceous or overly sharp in the way many greens are. Nor is it a pure citrus to me. For you genuine niche lovers this will be unchallenging. But for anyone who loves a bright, sparkling citrus floral it’s a dream.
kav1504 – :
“You can cut all the flowers but you cannot keep Spring from coming” Neruda.
Imagine someone trimmed away all the flowers on Earth during one spring morning and left only aromatic foliage, crushed leaves, wet grass, cut stems and lemon trees. Foliage, herbage and leafage come together to sing under the shade of the tree trunks and a misty breeze carries that green bite. You sit under one of those lemon trees and you pick one of the leaves and rub it between your fingers, you collect recently cutted iris stems, green milky sap tingles your nose. Holly Chlorophyll, Batman.
Conjuring a garden in full spring glory without the predictable overdosage of florals is hard enough, but done in a way that is transparently synthetic and still managing to convey a believable feel of botanical hyper-realism is a bit of a feat. A garden without a hint of dirt or earthiness, of course, this is a Chanel after all.
Less sharp than Balmain’s Vent Vert, less diaphanous than Bel Respiro and more casual than No. 19. If you like that typical elusive class and cold feel of a Chanel, you’re in a bucolic mood but you want to steer away from the flower-braided pastoral cliches and well-kept gardens, I highly recommend this to you.
gopodok – :
A refreshing fragrance. And I love magnolia along with citruses. But my great love will always be Cristalle EDT, more sophisticated and less sweet. But it’s my opinion…
photonposter – :
I don’t like the ‘tea tree (oil)’ kind of smell I get from this perfume.
komarex – :
Had it – miss it – want it – love it ❤️
gadost74 – :
I think this fragrance it’s the perfect representation of being optimistic without being idiotic. Intelligence, experience, beauty and sensuousness are the adjectives that come to my mind when I smell it.
gvc52 – :
I expected Cristalle Eau Verte to be straight-up citrus and somewhat reminiscent of Cristalle, but it’s surprisingly creamy and quite different from Cristalle. In addition to the expected citruses and a bit of magnolia, I do think I get banana-like ylang-ylang and even a hint of spice, making it like a tropical cocktail. I wish it had more sillage, but I’m happy with it nonetheless. One of the very few green scents I will wear. Love!
Intos – :
As most citrus type perfumes. This one also turns masculine on my skin. Not exactly what I was hoping for as I expected more “creaminess” due to the musk. But all I have is just freshness! Which is not bad right? But why does it give me slight headache? Anyway, it does have a vintage-y vibe. Like all the other comments, id have to agree that it is faint but when you twist here and there,you can definitely smell it. I have Bel Respiro and I bought this coz i love Bel Respiro and i saw lots of comments saying this smells like BR but they totally smell different! same genre being fresh, green perfume but id prefer BR in a heartbeat! Overall, not bad. But ill not repurchase.
darga6 – :
My predictions for this fragrance was so different from what i had read and expected.
It starts off very sparkling sweet lime like – almost like a lime cake (not that ive ever had one)! Its got a wonderful feminine cologne scent unlike many that turn too masculine on me.
The dry down reminds me of the green tea like fragrances but Chanel’s is superior in quality. It lasts all day on my skin and i still get wafts hours later. It then hit me that i am getting the back bone of Eau Premiere in this with the green notes.
A really lovely refreshing fragrance.
путтфвшн – :
While the votes indicate that this one is similar to Chanel Bel Respiro, I would say that to me it is more similar to the Eau de Cologne from the Exclusifs line. Ultimately, the Eau de Cologne feels more modern and wearable. There is initially an edge of sour or BO when I spray that Cristalle Eau Verte on. Having said that, I’m not always totally against the BO smell lolll. Still, I thought whatever that edge was would make this one last longer. It barely outlasted the fairly weak Eau de Cologne.
Despite it’s eventual freshness, thus distance from the “old lady smell” stereotype (a ridiculous one for the record) I would have to admit that Eau Verte ultimately is more for the mature woman where Eau de Cologne is probably more appealing to the millennial. But those are only broad associations and really anyone is fair game to make anything work 🙂
bar675Unlogrere – :
Lovely citrusy fresh “crispy floral” fragrance… heavy / moderate silage with good longevity-better than Prada Fleur D’Oranger (which is sweet orange flower & unfortunately not long lasting)
This fragrance is perfect for spring & summer.. reminds me of orange flowers too
salman007 – :
Eau Verte has the cologne like freshness where its citrus accord takes control, not up to the point of where it dominates the entire composition but goes hand in hand so wonderfully well, thus giving the so-called zen quality and depth to it. Bracing green, subtly floral and a a whisper of powdery notes, evokes the sense of wellbeing, so calm and serene.
Eau Verte may not have a loud projection like EDP, yet it has a rather surprising longevity. On my skin, it stays for almost 7 to 8 hours.
SahenTr – :
This is a combination of all lemon types that would come to mind. Apart from the notes mentioned, I get mix of lemon grass, lemon tree, & TEA.
This can be a bit similar to the freshness of Givenchy Ange Ou Demon Le Secret without the fruity note.
Overall i love this cristalle eau verte that i don’t mind wearing it any day of any season, just makes me feel so fresh & energetic in a classic way.
turchkovpetya – :
Even though it bears little resemblance to its predecessor, Cristalle Eau Verte is a wonderfully refreshing, uplifting and perfectly unisex fragrance for the hotter months of the year. The bit of musk in the base keeps the citrus and florals going for a surprisingly long time too and the touch of iris gives it more sophistication than most typical eau fraiche or eau de cologne – very nice!
Xeroxcvbsu – :
Zara Zen Garden smells exactly like this, but less longevity.
ruslanmd – :
Very very very similar to bel respiro, which I had a few years ago. I expected cristale eau verte concentre, due to the word “concentre”, was more concentrated and intense than actually is, but is good anyway, I have no complains about it. Obviously excelent for summer. Great.
SPEROW – :
Perfect for spring and summer….my favorite!!!So fresh,so clean,so beauty….make me feel special!
roma-ukurok – :
I like original Cristalle edt, so as I also like citrus perfumes I thought this would suit me, but I find it a bit nothingy – the citrus opening is fresh and pleasant, but nothing new, then it dries down to slightly mushroomy, vague clean white floral notes.
I’m glad if it pleases other people, and it’s just one of those subjective things, but where Cristalle edt has this lovely, low key sparkle, like dew drops on moss, this version doesn’t stir my soul.
Very light indeed, best suited to hot days
illuzija – :
I loove it, is My favourite, green, chic, classic and fresh!!!!!
володя1950 – :
If you’re looking for something super fresh but complex, sophisticated and classy as well, this is it!
Rogion1990 – :
One of my HG Perfumes! I enjoy mixing this also. Very fresh, very green fragrance. Lasts forever on my clothes, nothing ever lasts on my skin. Others can smell it, although you think it’s faint. It is light, but it does project & people love it~ Great find, one I had never heard of & I sprayed it in Nordstrom one day, & could not stop smelling my shirt. Even the next day when I picked it up & sniffed. So I was off to buy it, & loved it ever since!
белка – :
Smelled this in Nordstrom today and my 20 year old daughter said it smells like her C.o. Bigelow Lemon and Orange Blossom #1807. Sadly discontinued and not even in the Fragrantica database so I cannot compare notes. If anyone has both and can comment on the similarities please do.
saymonsay1 – :
Intense citrus scent. It is vibrating like crazy to my nose, but I like it though. It’s very elegant, typical classic Chanel scent. If you like lemon scent very much, it is a must have for you.
gcgee0082 – :
Sparkling citrus atop a synthetic musk base. File under ‘Nothing to See Here.’
GuermDiamsese – :
First time I tested it on my wrist I didn’t like it at all. It reminded me of detergent. Yuck. But later I bought a bottle anyway (my first perfume was cristalle edp, so for sentimental reasons I wanted her little sister to join the club), and I have to admit, she grew on me. The lime-like freshness is lovely on a hot summerday. So try, and try again 🙂
mylenefa – :
Gorgeous floral fragrance, perfect for warmer months but if you love, like me, fresh and elegant scents, this is perfect all year round.
Extremely classy.
Stunning.
VVI254 – :
Gorgeous. A light scent for spring/summer, very citrus. I do get the lime and grapefruit listed in the notes, very pungent at first and then dissipating into a softer feel, which may be the “green magnolia” others have mentioned. Lovely dry down. Fairly long lasting for a light scent and does not trigger my allergies. I plan to buy it for spring wear.
Anton19901 – :
There is nO “modern interpretation”
of the original Cristalle perfume, bc
the original Cristalle perfume is just
TIMELESS. It IS modern. This here
this “version”… has nOthing to do
with mY Masterpiece Cristalle. & I
even tried to like it, spent a whole
day with it. It’s just gross. Maybe
if it weren’t a Chanel I wouldn’t be
sO harsh in mY review. But it is a
Chanel. Smells like a Lancome or
some American unisex. …Peace…
GREKS – :
i am reviewing this from a scent profile point of view ..merely by smelling it on the perfume cap and a blotter and palm skin .. although i did buy it but it doesn’t sit quite well on my skin.. not because of the perfume.. but my skin chemistry doesn’t go well with such accords ..i was craving a clean.. citrusy.. summer perfume.. i found everything in this …i thought i found my summer holly grail… i love how it smells in the air.. and when i initially spray it..
one of the cleanest most refined citrucy almost astirgent accords… so well balanced ..full.. vibrant.. almost zesty.. with different facets.. and accords.. that meld together as one.. bergemont lemon and the white florals with the hint of iris sing together a medley of joyous summer accords ..its a potion to combat summer heat ..its a cooling ..crisp ..perfume ..with an edge.. with a personality.. with elegance.. and vibrance.. and class..
when i first spray it is like an old fashioned citruce colone ..a minute or 2 later the fine light alchol evaporates ..leaving way to the top notes.. of the citruces the bergemont the lemon.. then the white florals the iris hits in slowly.. transforming it to a more subtle.. beautiful ..refined.. almost sweet in the least detectable ways.. it turns in to a clean.. cloudy ..vibe of heavenly wispy.. fluffy ..almost to the freezing point accords..it smells cold in a warm way.. it smells like being in a high oxygen purified air lab.. that white crisp.. clean.. utterly modern.. and futuristic.. cool lab air.. it has this scent of light green almost like cut grass vibe.. but very subtle.. it has an amazing refreshing.. anti naucious side to it.. before the white florals kick in.. and the indoles heat up.. after an houre or so in heat i smell a different green floral.. but that just me and my skin chemistry.. so i try to spray it on clothes only..
what can i say it is by jacues polge ..i think thats more than enough.. to add the finesse.. refinement.. and utter wispiness that comes out of a bottle.. its like spraying a clean shower fresh feel right out of a bottle…it does smell like a spa a 7 star spa a well being health refined Swiss lab..
it also has a very modern yet classy elegant strong confident vibe.. it feels like it can be worn by a self confident ..well achieved and stubborn woman ..who doesn’t care about the world around her ..who is her in all her thoughts and being and she knows her worth…
its not easy to have a citruce perfume that lasts.. and this does last quite well for a citruce perfume.. its all almost made of top and middle notes.. which makes it feel like star dust.. the entire time you wear it.. the molecules literally feel lie they are dancing in thin utterlly clean o2 infused air.. vibrant and wispy just as the name suggests.. Crystal is a purely Crystaly perfume but not a solid one piece of rigid Crystal ..its a lucid crystal.. a bubbly champagne like ..silvery.. partaly green citrucy.. crystaly medley of vibrance and elegance
xhl456bedyWelty – :
This fragrance was released in 2009, as a modern interpretation of the classic Cristalle perfume, from 1974. Some specialized websites consider it a successor of the latter, but the truth is that the original perfume didn’t stop being produced and is still found on sale in some countries, both in EDT and EDP versions. Therefore, I will treat it as a variant (or flanker) and not as a successor.
The concept of the creation of Cristalle Eau Verte revolves around Gabrielle Chanel’s taste for life in the outdoors and her natural yet sophisticated femininity. While in the classic (from 1974) the fragrance was conceived on chypre accords, besides exploring nuances of jasmine, this time everything revolves around the Magnolia. Notes of bergamot and Amalfi lemon head the olfactory pyramid, followed by notes of neroli and Magnolia, which pulsate as the heart of the fragrance, over a floral base with notes of absolute of jasmine and lily (IRIS pallida).
The result is a floral-fresh scent, full of citrus nuances, which were obtained from raw materials of high quality. Many people who have experienced Cristalle Eau Verte claimed they would never imagine that is a Chanel and I understand the reason: the original version is lush and ends with nuances of moss and vetiver. This one does not bring the chypre DNA and, for this reason, disappointed who hoped for a “green” version of the previous.
This fragrance is more similar to fresh and smooth creations made by Lancôme’s House, for example. But that doesn’t make it bad in any sense, after all, we’re talking about a perfume with Chanel’s surname and with the signature of Jacques Polge. It’s just another case of expectation vs. reality.
One of the positive points is that, although conceived for the female audience, it is an extremely shareable fragrance. On the skin, it behaves in a simple and smooth manner, with a strong output of citrus fruit, which turns into a kind of sour smell over time. In this moment, I remembered the aroma of Eau Torride, made by Givenchy. Quickly, the magnolia comes and lasts for a while, when it is possible to notice that we’ve reached the end of the evolutionary journey, with a milky and even more floral base, although still pretty discreet. At this point, you will only feel the scent if you sniff the location applied.
Cristalle Eau Verte is sold as an Eau de Toilette Concentrée, but has weak projection, although the lasting is not the worst, since it lasted more than six hours on my skin. And the bottle brings the default visual of the classic scents of the House.
In short: it is a refreshing and unisex scent, very pleasant and perfect for hot days. But I personally don’t think it’s worth the price charged.
maklayt111 – :
Tried it on my hand and it lasted for 30 minutes in total. The opening was strong and sour and it really promised well. Then it softened and became really dreamy, exactly how I like it. I thought I had found something incredible, but then it just faded away. Quickly, disappeared in 5 minutes. Chanel you could show us something better. Price-quality relationship is so unfair. Sadly for you I’m not just paying for the Chanel logo.
saymon – :
It’s refreshing, and enjoyable. But you can have it cheaper: Hema Eau de Cologne.
padede – :
This scent is very simple, but I think that’s what makes this one so beautiful. I just love those fresh citruses that get a bit bitter as they dry down. It lasts forever on my skin (okay, 20+ hours but I think it’s forever in fragrances’ world, haha).
ivurt – :
This is indeed gorgeous. A burst of cologne-like lemon at the top, then a ghost of jasmine and a green aura, very elegant, very clean and fresh, but still exuding a warm feeling. However, longevity is a complete joke. AI sprayed twice on the back of my hand and after half an hour the scent was so faint that I might as well have washed my hands with a great hand soap. Such a pity to create such a beautiful scent with such pitiful intensity and longevity.
JaniNNeTelame – :
This is beautifully done. I get mostly lemon. Sometimes it’s lemon lemon, sometimes magnolia lemon…but always lemon.
If I try hard, I get all of the notes, really. It’s the perfect summer scent and so well blended. Amazing. For 3 minutes. This lasts about 3 minutes. 🙁
sensus – :
Very, very green and citrusy. Almost overwhelmingly so. I was surprised to smell this kind of a scent from Chanel as most of the other Chanel fragrances have a distinctly “Oh this is Chanel” smell. It’s rather sharp.
gizuk – :
~ I was very fortunate to find this one mixed in with a giveaway box of Men’s Chanel samples and as I enjoy all scents (no label need apply) I have sampled/worn it enough now to give it a man’s perspective. This bright citrus scent takes the chill off as I write this in the cold of January as it clearly is a warm weather scent. The lemon~aid like opening is sharp but not unpleasant almost candy like? As it dries down any sharpness fades and the citrus and bergamot blends nicely with the white florals into a soft sweet tame “blanket on the beach” for your skin. The more I wear it the more I find this is yet another example of a “unisex trapped behind a woman’s label.” I would definitely wear this fresh, lemony linen scent to beat the heat come this Summer!
Kind Regards, Plat ~
Tsenitel – :
Finally I found a real great fresh citrusy but not so acquatic scent for hot weather. The keyword in this composition is the simplycity. It’s perfect for everyday, for office, in formal situations or just walking/shopping. Not girly, not sweet, not too mature, not too sporty, not too feminine, not just for women, consequently simple perfect.
The price is high, but…it’s Chanel:)
Sillage is moderate, but lasts long time.
10/10 for sure
Tronchoigon – :
I love this fragrance, ppl always ask..what are you wearing..it smells beautiful! Fresh, femme scent , lasts all day and love this in spring.
Fauplilla – :
I have never really liked Chanel perfumes much and, when I tried this one, I thought it was going to be a bingo. But, it wasn’t. The opening promises an entirely different perfume from what you get after only an hour.
It seemed like a simple, citrusy fragrance, easy to wear and fall in love with but then lotus and neroli started to emerge and take command. The transformation is unbelievable.
Even after 5 hours, I don’t think I can eliminate the smell of lotus and recognise the base notes. It’s not the kind of smell that makes you feel sick, but it is the kind of smell that makes you want to run away after awhile. it just doesn’t settle down- it remains too intense for too long.
Something that look so promising in the beginning, turns into a fragrance with a mistake if you ask me. Even citrus doesn’t smell like citrus after some time but rather like citrus zest.
I’d never buy it! I could wear lotus essential oil if I wanted to smell like this.
SineGaL – :
Cristalle eau Verte is a fresh floral, however the magnolia can take over to make this fragrance heady, cloying, and unwearable. Test repeatedly to a final drydown before purchasing.
skorobogatov07 – :
This was a summer favourite for me this year. Light and refreshing, especially on a warm day. Much fresher and crisp than the original Cristalle which was my first ever perfume as a teenager. I love it. I also love Eau Premiere which I find is quite similar in the beginning. Gorgeous. Timeless.
ghfgjh – :
While I’m a total ‘vanilla-holic’ in winter, I love bright, fresh, green fragrances in Summer and the last couple of years have seen me using Cristalle Eau Verte and Chance Eau Fraiche a lot! I think Cristalle EV may just be winning out 🙂 It’s lemon, lime, slightly florally and just a touch of sweetness. It’s never overpowering but lasts quite well on me for a green fragrance (3-4hrs). I will continue to enjoy this fragrance next summer although my search for the perfect – and lasting – summer fragrance continues.
LoveHardGame – :
I got the sample. Very fresh, very green, but nothing special though. Too much lemon for my taste.
oleghemp – :
It must be one of my favorite of Chanel ! Strangely, I agree with Lana148, as this fragrance is not a typical Chanel. But for me it had the opposite effect, it was / is a good surprise . I would not call it generic, but I would call it “FINALLY CHANEL” expends their creations to meet our “generation”. I am one of manny whom would stay away from Chanel fragrances, way too BIG. I did use in early 80’s Chanel 19 but only the deodorant , which was potent enough !
entaike – :
Cristalle Eau Verte is a disappointment for me. I think it is very generic and ordinary citrus-floral scent. No originality, no lasting power. It has nothing in common with the original Cristalle. I have no idea why Chanel would put their name on it.
zotik9174 – :
all i hade is lemon and jasmine. very light fragrance not very fresh because of the note very creamy of jasmine. no relationship with cristalle that is very fresh very green very nature.
вася123456789 – :
I got a sample of it the other day-its very fresh, and citrusy. Any floral notes are very soft and sort of in the background, and citrus takes the center stage here. To me this doesn’t smell anything like original Cristalle which is VERY green and herbal. This is more like a distant cousin I guess. I do like it quite a bit although lasting power leaves a lot to be desired. But that seem to be the case for most citrus scents nowdays. I like it well enough to consider buying a bottle. Sadly I was told that there is no body products available in that one which I would have loved to have 🙁
Афон – :
This is my second review on this.
This jewel has become one of my absolute summerfavs. In warm weather it is my perfect scent. It is clean, fresh and the base has a great stayingpower on me. The base also has a cozy twitch which makes it interesting and not just showerclean. There is a hint of classic perfume feeling in the base in perfect amount. If I could choose only one for summer this would be it.
mashiwom – :
An ordinary citrus scent. Nothing special, unique, exciting. Unless you’re addicted to lemons.
Honestly, imagine they made 100 samples of this, have 50 ppl get one labelled ‘Chanel’, & the other 50 labelled something boring or tacky like ‘Paris Hilton, Kim Kardashian or Avon’. Then got those ppl to rate it.. Only the ones with the fancy ‘Chanel’ labelling would rate it as this fantastic, wonderful ‘omg I love it’ fragrance.
Don’t get me wrong, it’s not awful. I would happily pay $2 to have it on some cardboard dangling from my rear view mirror.
progionirum – :
I have a longevity and sillage problem with most chanels EXCEPT cristalle eau verte!!! FIX THE VOTES PEOPLE!
cristalle eau verte is one underrated GEM. citrusy, green but not bitter and chypre-ish, but fresh and uplifting. when i finished my bottle i thought ill replace with chance eau fraiche but tried it a the couter zero sillage and zilch longevity, so no to chance eau fraiche!
lasts longer than any summer fragrance i own. so big like:)
scent: 7+/10
longevity: 6/10
sillage: 5/10
Viacedionee – :
I absolutely love this!
Contrary to most peoples thoughts (judging by the reviews here) I actually think Cristalle eau verte is quite complex. Starts out with a refreshing blast of bergamot and lemony citruses, the clean strength and lasting power of neroli. It then becomes quite green and fresh to me, I also swear I get a hit of black pepper…seriously I do, although no such spiciness or seasoning is present. A base of musk which is present throughout the entire transition finishes off this fragrance.
This oozes Chanel class and for me could easily be a unisex fragrance, I wouldn’t bat an eyelid about wearing it. I love how different this is to the original which is too bold and old Skool feminine for my tastes.
I may well get this for summer.
цукар – :
I tried this today alongside Chanel Cristalle EDT (that one smells exactly like Diorella to me). I absolutely love the zingy lemon opening of this which then mellowed to a slightly sweet citrus, my husband hugged me and said hmmmm you smell like soap. Unfortunately it was gone within two hours which was so disappointing, I loved the first hour of it, it’s clean fresh and crisp without being too green – if only it lasted longer.
Kurimu – :
Someone could say this fragrance is banal, simple.
Yes apparently.. Citrus, flowers, freshness, crispness. How much fresh fragrances can we try? So many and often very similar. I used and loved Cristalle. But I don’t like modern fragrances by Chanel, just because they don’t work on me and on my skin. And here an excepion.. Cristalle Eau Verte is really beautiful, feminine, elegant. I tried Escale a Parati by Dior and said it’s elegant, now I say it’s unisex. Cristalle Eau Verte is much more happy than the other one. It makes me smile and feel confident and bright.
Maybe it is not a memorable masterpiece, but you will never fail with this shining fragrance. Good job Mr. Polge!
Старый-1981 – :
Eau Verte reminds me of the original Cristalle only in the top notes, with a sparkling burst of lemon and lime peel. The citrus is tamed within 20-30 minutes to a green-tinged, lemony magnolia floral, much more transparent than Cristalle’s jasmine, and on me, the iris from the base notes starts rising up very distinctly from there on out. This reminds me a LOT of 28 La Pausa; I get just that chilled, delicate iris note albeit with a focus more on the citrus — to the extent that I searched fragance blogs to see if anyone had said anything about a resemblance, but came up with nothing, so maybe it’s just me? No matter; this has zipped past La Pausa to the top of my want list for reasons of both availability and price tag. It’s a cool yet cheerful floral-green cologne, light and pretty as anything, and as much as I adore the original Cristalle EDT, I suspect that outside the warmest days of summer, Eau Verte will get more wear time from me.
Sillage and longevity is decent, for this type of scent (you can’t be stingy when you spray).
rikooo_007 – :
I chose to try this because of the message I got here in fragrantica about citrus scents.
I must say this is another beautiful composition of citruses and flowers by Chanel.
Elegant, fresh and full of citrus and greenness. Just how I like them.
It’s crystal clear. It has a little spice and might seem sharp, but not in an annoying way. At least not for me.
I know they are not so similar but Chanel chance eau fraiche and this one have some things in common and I would choose Chanel Chance eau fraiche over this one.
(Both are green and citrusy, this one here is sharper than Chanel Chance eau fraiche.)
urqfstojjw – :
Absolutely gorgeously fresh lemony green floral. I cannot wait until Spring so I can wear this daily! Perhaps Audrey Hepburn would wear this with slim capris, big sunglasses, and a crisp white shirt while playing a round of croquet 🙂 It’s light but with good staying power, and I cannot imagine anyone ever being offended by it.
Zhannazh – :
This is green floral with lots of citrus. Sharp citrus smell like lemonade, magnolia and a little neroli. I don’t think I will wear this one often, have to be in the mood and sometimes it could be too green or too citrusy.
klim48 – :
This starts very nice, pretty sharp but green and lovely lemons with a touch of neroli. I really like the green juicy opening !
The magnolia tones it down a bit and I wonder where did it go…I almost get the liquide lemon napkin smell but it wears of and starts all over again when the iris makes it special again, as I was almost loosing fate in it..
It gets slightly woody mossy at dr