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Fragrance Review: Sycomore by Chanel

Fri, 07/11/2008 - 8:00am by bellasugar
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Chanel has recently released another one of its old-turned-new again fragrances to its high-end Les Exclusifs Collection. It's called Sycomore, and for just $190, you can be the proud owner of 200 ml of Coco Chanel's original 1930 scent (available in Chanel boutiques worldwide) that was first created by Earnest Beaux and was tweaked by current Chanel nose, Jacques Polge.

What makes Sycomore special is that like Mademoiselle Chanel, it has unisex quality. With its mix of woodsy smoky essences, it has a straightforward aroma. Sycomore is blended from a mixture of strong Hawaiian vetiver, sandalwood, cypress, juniper and spicy pink pepper. Notice how there are no flowers present? That's because of its no-frills concept.

Although it's rather pricey — full disclosure, Chanel sent a bottle to me — it happens to be one of my favorites to wear when I mean business. I spritz it on for meetings, afternoon events and whenever I want to feel strong rather than soft. Just shy of 80 years in the making, this scent has made a popular return. If you ever wondered why Chanel has earned a reputation for being timeless, Sycomore is a prime example.


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  • Bella Donna's picture
    Bella Donna
    1

    Thanks Bella, for years I've been looking for a straightforward, no-nonsensical fragrance, and this may be IT; my everyday signature Smiling
    And by pricey, how much do you mean? I CAN save up for it by resisting buying the regular garden variety designer kind (one's that have ubiquitous notes of tuberose, vanilla, jasmine, patchouli et al.!)

    25 weeks 6 days ago Report Comment
  • krampalicious's picture
    krampalicious
    2

    this is my jealous face...

    i haven't been wearing much fragrance as of late, but i may get back into it.

    25 weeks 6 days ago Report Comment
  • Francoisehardly's picture
    Francoisehardly
    5

    This one sounds great and Coco Chanel knew what she was doing when deciding what the perfume bottles should look like. They work no matter what era it is and are perfectly timeless.

    25 weeks 6 days ago Report Comment

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