Chanel Allure Homme Edition Blanche EDP - Worth the Hype?

[@Tyronieus]

*"I got so tired of hearing this smells like lemon meringue pie"* You and me both.

[@robertpatterson3108]

I just picked this up yesterday and I find it quite pleasant. I agree with you that this is not a gourmand fragrance and it’s much more fresh than I expected. I have to wonder about all the reviews I have watched where reviewers have called it gourmand and groundbreaking. Like I said I’m enjoying it and don’t regret it but do feel it’s overhyped and misled by so many reviewers so thank you for your honesty in this review.

[@AD-cp6uw]

I watched this review after I ordered mine from Chanel and was a lil skeptical about my purchase after watching it and reading some of the comments…to each their own I suppose because my batch is FIRE. You smell lemon, then vanilla right after, it definitely isn’t lemon meringue, or any other food, just a chemical romance of alluring sensuality…creamy dreamy feels boi boi…i’m sooo glad I bought the 5oz bottle! In my opinion Chanel outdid themselves with this one…as a habit I never purchase from discount marts, not saying anyone else here did, but as I mentioned my bottle is the killer diller 🚫🧢

[@jimlittle5769]

Couldn't agree more.

[@oceansoflorewi]

The EDT C is creamier and heavier in vanilla. EDP has brighter lemon, more fresh and instead of vanilla it gives a sugar vibe- huge difference.

[@jameshusband3392]

To me it smells just like Lemonheads candy with just a touch of vanilla

[@nicktoth3994]

I just subscribed and appreciate your take on fragrances. Agreed that Allure Homme Edition Blanche does NOT smell like lemon meringue pie lol and not nearly sweet enough to be labeled a gourmand. I get more of a fizzy lemon iced tea powder meets vetiver sandalwood musk barbershop vibe. I love mine which is the EDT before they "reformulated" it...

[@escusameh]

I thoroughly enjoyed this in-depth review. I get tired of reviewers describing it as a “lemon meringue pie” scent cause I don’t have a good idea of what the heck that even smells like. My mind immediately goes to key lime pie and I don’t find smelling like that appealing at all 😂

[@Gerien66]

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[@pedrorojas0116]

Lol that's so true. Reviewers need to up their game

[@wls8035]

MY GOD FINALLY! You described my thought of this fragrance perfectly, I never got lemon meringue pie from Edition Blanche ever. It's a nice scent overall, but Chanel really need to amp up the vanilla sweetness a bit if they want to present the "meringue pie" aspect of it. But hey FragranceDoc, if I wanted something lemony similar but with a little bit more vanilla sweetness what would you recommend? Can Hanae Mori HM be worn in the summer? Thanks

[@AD-cp6uw]

The best way to determine if you feel comfortable wearing a particular fragrance in a particular season is to imagine what outfit you would wear with it…to me, scents can smell like a look with some imagination👍🏽

[@titozamora9500]

Nishane ani . Fragrance

[@theandroids]

When I first smelled this it was very lemon pie like very very nice. But that was years ago. Maybe they changed the scent.

[@oX313Xo]

I agree with this 100% I just got mine in, and it smells amazing! It's definitely not a lemon pie, I don't get how people get that it does not have the sweetness a pie would have. Now longevity is pretty poor first day, but I knew that going into this by seeing all the reviews. So I knew buying this I was 1 buying it for the name and 2 the scent not the longevity or projection. But all in all happy it's in the collection. Was more of a buy for myself cause I just wanted to experience it. Plus have a bad habit of collecting frags :/

[@TheGeorobe]

I have a problem calling these frags “basic”, I find Allure Homme Sport deep and complex with an ultra sexy rich drydown that is somewhat lacking here in the EB version. But it’s still a great scent in its own right lemons and all.

[@woodiemahudie7785]

French perfumery is not about beast mode... it is all about style mode... simple but also daring ;))

[@sebastienc.2257]

I think you’re comparing it to the taste and not the smell of lemon meringue pie.

[@adrianobello7452]

I finished my bottle long ago, and not in a hurry to repurchase. You hit the nail on the head - it should be priced comparable to other designers at discounters. I have Xerjoff Uden and it 's in the same vein perhaps not as effervescent/ lemon heavy as E.B. Love the placebo affect analogy at the end btw. Great review!

[@jorgeloo3131]

Hi Adriano! Between this EditionBlanche and the Xerjoff Uden which will be your pick? Do you think having both is redundant? (Have Uden and was thinking on this one and if this deserve a purchase). Thanks in advanced!

[@chi-towncalifornia5916]

Great review! I own Guerlain L’Homme Ideal Cologne, and I thoroughly enjoy that citrus aromatic vibe mixed with that semi sweet undertone, so Edition Blanche was on my shortlist. Maybe I’ll try Lolita Lempicka Green Lover instead.

[@johnf5752]

I’ve heard really great things about that cologne. It’s discontinued though, right?

[@uberboiz]

Love L'Homme Ideal Cologne. I still have 2 50ml bottles which I haven't opened yet - not sure if I ever want to considering it's already discontinued. 😞

[@daninadine686]

Allure homme is a masterpiece 🏆 thanks 👍

[@chipmcgee4393]

Allure Homme is the BEST of the line. The OG.

[@killmonger4169]

Lol I love that this doesn’t work on people skin. More for me. Elegance, class, and citrus. Chanel is not for the cheap hearted. People truly don’t understand this fragrance. Its a bomb on me and lasts 8hours. It’s perfect

[@AD-cp6uw]

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[@zxcvbnm2428]

true bro, something about chanel's quality is just different, its masterpiece very well thought. i hvae a lot frag and some niche but i kept coming back for chanel, bleu and allure line is just fireee.

[@killmonger4169]

@@zxcvbnm2428 same! Two of the best lines

[@garywashington6757]

@@killmonger4169 just ordered a 100ml of blanche cant wait to get it friday! What are couple things u like about this? An in your opinion how many sprays do u need to get the job done in your opinion?

[@miles-178]

absolutely agree with Creed Himalaya as a better, more interesting smell ... i have Allure Edition Blanche and it bored me after 2 wearing ... too sharp lemon in the intro ..... yeah, it projects a lot but it´s not a round, soft , uplifting lemon, it´s an aggressive syntetic lemon .... i like Allure Homme Sport the best (fresh yet has that vanilla creaminess and it has much more rounder smell)

[@watchandspray]

What do you think is a good affordable clone or alternative to Edition Blanche?

[@miles-178]

@@watchandspray i don´t know anything similar

[@Fadl_N7]

One of the best fragrance ever ..its on my top 10

[@llchaves]

I agree with you 100 percent on this scent. I love hanae mori so much more. That’s so underrated

[@floydboy5612]

Layer Tom Ford Metalique with Chanel Allure Home edition Blanche then you will create heaven

[@danwilson12]

Its still very pleasant, but Neroli Portofino is way too pricy an alternative plus doesn't last and silver mountain is even stupider pricing and is even further away from this scent dna

[@ypyypyypy]

I recently subscribed some fragrance viewers. You're the best among them

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Hope I delivered some useful info!

[@allNicksAlreadyTaken]

In Germany I can get 100ml for 85€, which makes it a much better deal.

[@altonza]

I have CAHEB and Creed's Sublime Vanille. To my nose they are very similar. I have Lelabo Bergamot 22 as well and prefer that one over all of them. Compliments would go to Sublime Vanille though 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@likeris2]

my pick TOM FORD Grey Vetiver Eau de Parfum

[@elianmusic7452]

I disagree. Its only “very fresh” upon first spray, for a minute or so. It becomes really dense, really thick, sweet and “lemon cheescake”y within 30? minutes or so. In fact i wish it was less thick. I have to disagree because i order lemon desserts a lot, and when i first sprayed this one without any prior priming or knowledge, first thing i thought of was Espresso Lab’s lemon cheesecake.

[@the_elder_wand3845]

It’s actually $157 right now I just checked it on Chanel’s website.

[@watchandspray]

What cheaper clone or alternative can you recommend to this Chanel or what do you think comes closest for someone on a low budget.

[@golfbuddy1969]

I watch every one of your videos. You said you were giving your objective opinion…but opinion is subjective. Being objective means to lay aside your opinion, in light of the facts.

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Absolutely! 😂

[@golfbuddy1969]

@@UrbanDwellerNYC but I probably agree with your subjective opinion…but I may like Allure Sport better than Extreme. Maybe…

[@TheRealLeeM]

Is there such a thing as an objective fragrance review?

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

@@TheRealLeeM there isn’t no

[@miles-178]

yeah, i love the psychology/placebo effect (i always think about it when i expect something from a blind buy) ... and then it comes (a disappointment :D)

[@alfonsohernandez8035]

Hola ¿La recomiendas para primavera y verano? Gracias.

[@100zz100]

The old concentree version smelt amazing now it's just a light woody smell with a very faint lemon smell

[@oceansoflorewi]

Agreed- I ordered the EDP after having the EDT C - I'm shocked how different they smell!!! EDT C far more creamy unique and dreamy.

[@100zz100]

@@oceansoflorewi 👌🏼

[@8mcneely]

I'm not a fan of Dior Cologne either cause it doesn't last. Too many reviewers over hype it as well. Jimmy Choo Ice for the $ is better

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Agree I could never hype that one that it’s too fleeting but compared to edition Blanche I think it accomplishes the job a bit better. More actual use for it.

[@8mcneely]

@@UrbanDwellerNYC I'm looking for a Signature scent, one I can wear year round. I live in Atlanta GA where we get all seasons. I'm a Business Executive, College Professor, & Minister. Can u offer a few suggestions on the Designer and Niche side? Thanks!

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

@@8mcneely on the designer side, have you tried Chanel platinum egoiste, Tom Ford Beau de Jour, Dolce Gabbana Pour Homme? On the niche side I might suggest Creed Viking, Creed Royal Oud, or if you want to smell more fresh and aquatic, Parfums de Marly Sedley. Oh another good signature designer would be Acqua di Gio, and I actually do like Profondo, esp if you live in a hotter climate

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

@@8mcneely oh how could I leave out Acqua di Parma (either Essenza or Intensa), and you may also like Floris No. 89!

[@8mcneely]

@@UrbanDwellerNYC bro I appreciate all these suggestions. Gonna ck them out for sure

[@Poludioskroz]

0:20 100% agree...just copy/paste repeating ,even in countries where don't have l.m.p. 🙂

[@ColbyNye]

Great review!

[@PetrucciFever]

Very well put 👏🏻

[@prasartpongpet]

100ml is Not very expensive in. Europe :) I guess Some countries have very high import taxes?

[@redwingsandjazzfan]

Do you know which batch you reviewed by chance? My fiancé just ordered me a bottle for my birthday and I wanna know how the performance is. Thanks!

[@killmonger4169]

The new ones are still great! Just not an eau de toilette. Literally almost no difference.

[@yazeedalasmari9198]

Keep it going 👏🏼👏🏼

[@patrioticsoul3]

I agree. Edition Blanche totally sucks in my books. Not worth it and over hyped for no reason.

[@8mcneely]

Glad u did this. Ur spot on. It's overrated 😒

[@PEDROTORRES-zz1eb]

I think it’s well worth the price

[@saltywaffleZ]

Where did you get the sample?

[@Markus.Vidal247]

I really like honest reviewers like you. I have my honest criticism on Lataffa Assad and I felt like I was part of a witch hunt! 😂

[@infamousaries1095]

Designer fragrances aren't meant to be masterpieces just colognes that smell good so let's not really overthink things

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Tell that to the people hyping it up

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Not everyone’s got $100 to throw away!

[@infamousaries1095]

You're paying for the name their better then what you get compared to the cheapies companies have to cut quality for quantity it's a business you want to find better then find better

[@vanessabarryhudgens]

I disagree at least not for Chanel

[@Jallandhara]

I found this video because I guess I fell for the hype. It smells nothing like a lemon pie. it's nice, but the longevity is nonexistent and smells very confused.

[@Atif_Ph.D._Kate_Bush_Fan_Club]

The projection and longevity of both are incredibly poor. I tried it at the department store. Nice smell but I'm shocked that Chanel think that it's okay to release a fragrance that fails totally on both of these qualities. Message to Chanel: How can you have any integrity releasing such a fragrance.

[@runningscents2532]

this dont smell gourmand at all.. And is way over hyped! can get similar scents for half the price.

[@Emo8007]

cheaper alternative?

[@annlue1]

It would be impossible

[@ridoGermanotta]

It's called your "subjective" opinion, not objective. How come you say that your opinion is the correct one? 😂

[@terrwes2807]

Musk therapy review ??

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Good idea! I've been curious about that one

[@terrwes2807]

@@UrbanDwellerNYC ⭐

[@osxar7188]

just picked this up for £60 for tje 100ml lol and looking at reviews

[@abdullahtahir4486]

3:06 get to the point.

[@blacklite911]

Can anyone tell me where you can find Himalaya for around $200?

[@terrwes2807]

🥇 first 😄

[@brunopalmer4553]

Blind buy, expensive, good smell, i like it but not worth the hype

[@Markus.Vidal247]

Lovely smell. But doesn’t last on my skin. Not worth the money

[@claudiarod1989]

"Eau de parferrrr", keep it real

[@saltywaffleZ]

The hells he supposed to say

[@killmonger4169]

@@saltywaffleZ not that

[@DuSeun]

@@killmonger4169 He pronounced that perfectly. Learn French

[@noahmoss3615]

Can you do a video for me... Versace Eros EDT vs Dior Sauvage EDT

[@UrbanDwellerNYC]

Wow those are such different scents - any particular reason you want me to compare them?

[@fredbagley2097]

Have watched your channel, after this review will not watch again. You have no idea what you are talking about, bye bye

[@capo-amg6755]

this lasts for a hour then it’s almost gone …

[@AeowCorpse21]

Same maximum 1 and a half forme too sad 😢.