Arguably the most iconic fragrance of all time, Chanel No. 5 is a frickin’ classic—and it smells like it too. Yes, it’s very strong and powdery and reminded every single tester in our office of their grandmother. But (!) upon learning it was Chanel No. 5, everyone said they felt a pang of nostalgia, knowing a sister, aunt, cousin, or family member who wore this and was immediately transported to another time.

IMO, the best way to wear this Chanel perfume is mixing it with other scents to give it a fresher, lighter feel. My personal favorite combo? A tiny dab of Chanel No. 5 underneath a spritz of Chanel Chance—they bring out the best in each other, and I get compliments every single time I layer them together.

• Type: Eau de parfum
• Notes: Aldehydes, jasmine, neroli, sandalwood

THE REVIEWS: “Long-lasting scent and the bottle looks nice on my dresser,” one reviewer writes. “Yes, the scent is perhaps a little old-fashioned and not too subtle, but I like it. A bit powdery, a little warm, a little floral.”

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