Chanel No 5 Eau Premiere (Tester)
Description
Chanel N°5 Eau Première, launched in 2008 by house perfumer Jacques Polge, is a lighter, more modern reinterpretation of the iconic N°5 — designed for those who love the classic but want something softer and more wearable for everyday life. It retains the signature aldehydic rose-and-jasmine heart but wraps it in a fresher, airier structure: less powdery and opulent, more luminous and approachable than the original Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette.
Scent Character
- Floral — 40%
- Fresh — 20%
- Sweet — 20%
- Woody — 20%
Translation: a fresh, aldehydic floral — airier and more citrus-lifted than a classic powdery No. 5.
Fragrance Pyramid
Top: Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli
Heart: Jasmine, Rose
Base: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Performance
- Longevity: Moderate — most wearers report 6 to 7 hours, though some find it fades closer to 4 hours depending on skin chemistry.
- Sillage: Soft to moderate; refined rather than loud.
- Projection: Close for the first hour, then settles into a gentle skin scent.
Best Occasions & Season
- Spring and summer — its lighter, fresher structure suits warm weather
- Daytime wear, office-friendly
- Women's fragrance
Concentration & Provenance
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Jacques Polge
House: Chanel
Year: 2008
Try Before You Commit
This listing is a 3.4 oz / 100 ml tester at $119.99 — the same juice as the boxed retail bottle, without the outer packaging. A cost-effective way to bring this modern take on No. 5 into your collection at full size.
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FAQ
What's the difference between a "tester" and a boxed retail bottle?
The juice inside is identical — testers are simply sold without the outer box, which is why they're priced lower.
How is Eau Première different from No. 5 Eau de Parfum?
Eau Première is lighter and airier, with the same aldehydic rose-jasmine heart but less powder and heft than the classic EDP.
How long does it last?
Expect roughly 6 to 7 hours for most wearers, with soft-to-moderate sillage — though it runs shorter for some skin types.
Note on concentration:
Despite sometimes being labeled loosely as an EDT elsewhere, Eau Première is officially bottled by Chanel as an Eau de Parfum.