Chanel Paris – Venise | Chanel Eau de Parfum Series – Paris–Venise
Fragrance Type: Oriental
Top Notes: Pink pepper, orange, bergamot, lemon, bitter orange leaves
Middle Notes: Neroli oil, iris, rose, geranium, ylang-ylang
Base Notes: Vanilla, tonka bean, benzoin, orris root, violet, musk
Gender: Unisex
In 1920, Gabrielle Chanel became completely enamored with the city of Venice. There, she met numerous artists—from painters to philosophers, from writers to creatives. Venice marked the beginning of her career’s strong artistic influence. She was deeply captivated by Byzantine jewelry and Baroque art, which later became major inspirations for her style.
Paris–Venise is crafted with light and shadow, balancing freshness and sensuality. The bright and fresh neroli contrasts beautifully with warm, soft oriental tones. The amber accord, created from vanilla and tonka bean, makes the fragrance rich and captivating.
Starting with neroli to temper the citrus exuberance, pink pepper introduces a floral oriental heart of rose, ylang-ylang, and geranium. The fragrance remains soft, though a subtle rosy note gradually emerges, revealing its luxurious elegance. Like Paris–Deauville, its evolution is airy and fast-moving. In the dry-down, vanilla and tonka bean stand out, while violet and orris root add a powdery richness.
Overall, Venise, while technically oriental, carries the essence of French floral perfume, bearing similarities to Gabrielle. It is an exceptionally feminine Chanel fragrance.
