Top 5 Best Chanel Exclusive Perfumes - Les Exclusifs - on Persolaise Love At First Scent ep 86

[@petarj.9620]

Coromandel is the most beautiful perfume ever. A masterpiece.

[@Persolaise]

It is very, very special indeed.

[@WishfulProject]

I have the edp and it dries down to the faintest (really faint) skin scent.

[@Knoxy598]

One of the great mysteries of the universe to me will always be why Bel Respiro isn't more revered for the masterpiece it is, so happy to see it on your list. My top 5 are: Bois des Iles, Bel Respiro, Sycomore, Coromandel, No.22.

[@Persolaise]

I absolutely adore it, and I wish Chanel kept making the edt. The edp isn't quite the same. Thanks for watching.

[@Knoxy598]

Yes there’s too much musk in the EDP base for some reason.

[@jeffshin1929]

I've recently decided to go on a Chanel - Persolaise binge and have landed on this precious episode🔥 I currently own 9 of the Les Exclusifs, all of them are the current EDPs, and my top 5 would be 1. No 22 2. Coromandel 3. Bois des Iles 4. Bel Respiro 5. Beige (Misia might be a very close honourable mention) I personally really struggle with Cuir de Russie and Le Lion and really want to improve my relationship with them and I do recognize what aspects make them so revered, but they both pass as too pungent or too animalic on me😂😂 Now that since you've published this video there have been 2-ish new Les Exclusifs (Le Lion / Comete), would you include some of the newer releases into your top 5 Les Exclusifs? And if so, what would be included, and what would be removed?🙏 Lots of love from Korea 🇰🇷

[@Persolaise]

Many thanks for watching. I’ve yet to try Comete, but Le Lion is definitely one of my favourites.

[@rekhachez8211]

Coromandel it is , I am from the coromandel coast - south east India . This house has captured the spirit of coromandel in a bottle. Love it too much!

[@Persolaise]

Ah, I’m so pleased. I think it’s a wonderful piece of work.

[@bellathereader1328]

Favorites: Chanel 22, and Sycamore (which smells like a walk in the forest after it rains where I live in the Pacific Northwest of the U.S.)

[@Persolaise]

That’s a wonderful description. Thank you for watching.

[@rmapcynan1039]

My thoughts on Persolaise... Even when you aren't particularly interested in a fragrance, or perhaps even disagree with a review, Persolaise invariably manages to create an 'experience'. You are immersed in a descriptive world where the fragrance is tangible. Unlike the tedious youtube fragrance reviewers where EVERYTHING IS AWESOME! here we have thoughtful and considered reviews that allow room for your own ideas regarding a fragrance. Love at First Scent is always a pleasure.

[@Persolaise]

Wow! This is so... AWESOME 😂 Thank you! It’s so kind of you to take the time to write this. And yes: it’s never about agreeing or disagreeing. It’s about coming together and exchanging thoughts and ideas 😊

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

I totally agree with this 2 year old comment.

[@Mirelle1969]

No. 18 EDP🎉🎉🎉 my favorite ❤ Also Jersey EDP and Bel Respiro EDP

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much for watching.

[@SPACEDOUT19]

Bois Des Iles is that scent that you put on in the middle of winter, when you wish it was a sunny summer day. That fruity citrus aldehydic opening is amazing.

[@Persolaise]

Totally agree.

[@nancym192]

No 22 is my favorite perfume, new, vintage, cologne, perfume etc. etc. You describe it beautifully. I'm surprised how much I've been enjoying Beige.

[@Persolaise]

No. 22 is pretty amazing. Thank you for watching.

[@almatoledo1608]

A handssome, alluring man with a very elegant review. Now I need Bois des Isles!

[@Persolaise]

Many thanks for the kind words. I hope you find Bois Des Iles.

[@AMaudeThing]

I agree. The hair style and the black shirt are on point😉

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much.

[@AlexNur07]

We stan a perfume macho! 😜

[@programeditor1119]

I have been hoarding a 2015 bottle of Misia EDT in my refrigerator since it came out, and I love it beyond all measure.

[@Persolaise]

Oh my goodness -- guard it well.

[@valeriewoods1462]

My favorites: 1932, Jersey, and 31 Rue Cambon💗 the last one from the moment you spray until forever , the scent is the same .. very strong sillage and longevity.. reminds me of bois des isles but more creamy more feminine.. absolutely more beautiful . I also really love 28 La Pausa, dry down is absolutely gorgeous but longevity is super weak

[@Persolaise]

Wonderful. Yes, I agree that Cambon is one of the better ones. Thanks for watching 😊

[@obsessional]

I am wearing Bel Respiro right now snd wish I got even a bit of your beautiful story! It smells like hairspray to me. Nice hairspray but. . .

[@Persolaise]

Oh dear, that’s a shame. I guess not everyone ‘reads’ things the same way.

[@lajackson9987]

I have been working my way through my decant exclusifs. Bois des Iles is beautiful but at least on first try, was fleeting and almost imperceptible to my nose. I hope it will bloom my next try. I have fallen in love with Boy- talk about a perfume hug. I will purchase a bottle as soon as I can splurge; I am rationing the decant. 31 Rue Cambon is another I will return to. Looking forward to trying Cuir de Russie.

[@Persolaise]

I adore Boy as well. So underrated.

[@Scentobsessedemma]

I’m only just getting into Chanel Les Exclusifs, and I bought my first one just two days ago. I bought the big bottle of No. 22 and I’m loving it! It’s so sophisticated and makes me feel so put together wearing it! I want Misia next ... possibly Bois Des Iles and Coromandel 🙈🙈🙈 Ohh and Cuir de Russie!! They’re mostly all so great though ❤️ Ok... now to watch your video haha!

[@Persolaise]

They really are special... and No 22 is one of the best. Thanks for watching 😊

[@thedrflo4558]

Stopped (back) by to say I just received a miniature 4 ml sample of Coromandel. And I’m in love 🥰… again! Thanks Mr. P and people 😊

[@Persolaise]

Ah, that’s so great to know. Thank you.

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

I'm thrilled to see the fragrances in the Exclusif line up which you chose to showcase and review here. They're more to my taste than the more commonly discussed Chanel fragrances here on KZbin. Thank you for this video.

[@Persolaise]

Not at all -- thank YOU for watching.

[@lauravterrazas]

Bois Des Iles extrait is stunning. I rarely ever wear it because admittedly, it might be too sophisticated for me. 😅 I need to wear it.

[@Persolaise]

I'm sure it's wonderful on you. Thanks for watching.

[@L-Ondee]

After this wonderful review of the masterpieces, I would very much enjoy a review of the less iconic Les Exclusives. Not every perfume can be a masterpiece (and some will only turn into one during one of the decades following their release). Opinions differ. I love your blogpost on Misia! It is just spot on in my opinion. And though I personally believe it is miles above and beyond Beige, Jersey, Gardenia and no18, I would still enjoy your ideas about all of these in a video. Misia and Gardenia stand out I believe. Gardenia more for the history behind the perfume than the current composition, and Misia for both: the monumental story (again a personal opinion) and the composition itself.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much, Heinke. As always, I’ll see what I can do.

[@lynnleglaire4819]

Bel Respiro is my perfume of choice when I have difficult meetings to attend. I wear it for practical reason such as its airiness and gentleness and I can’t imagine anyone being annoyed by it and for emotional reasons : it makes me feel great and the sense that there is always something beyond…sort of what you said. Sycamore, I have to say, is one of my favorite perfumes of all time. The extraite is expensive and I’ve gone through a bottle already. Wonderful video. Thank you.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much for watching. I’m glad you’re a fan of BR too.

[@Flaconesse]

Oh no I missed it too! Hope to catch you one day on the lifestream!!! I just bought my first big bottle of chanel, not an exclusive, it was N°19 Poudré. But I have many samples of the Exclusifs and I really like the Eau de Cologne and of course Coromandel! But I think my absolut favourite is Gardenia, such a gorgeous and playful fragrance!

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching. I quite liked 19 Poudré when it was released, but I don’t think it did very well for the brand.

[@laurafergs88]

Thank you for reviving my love for Bois Des Iles. I wore it on and off from the age of 18 for about 10 years. I’ve had the pre-Exclusifs EDP, the massive splash EDT and the pure Parfum - all are scintillating. That elegant reserve you mention is Bois Des Iles incarnate: the aldehydes and iris in the opening are that measured aloofness and, once you spend time with it and are permitted to get close to it, that beautiful warm gingerbread/sandalwood drydown reveals its tenderness and charm.

[@Persolaise]

Superb description of BDI, thank you. And thanks for watching.

[@justgoto8]

I really like Bois Des Iles and 1932. Beige is also really nice!

[@Persolaise]

I adore Bois Des Iles.

[@ManicMindTrick]

The two that captured my fancy were Coromandel and Sycomore.

[@Persolaise]

Both well worth trying.

[@AD-ky5ci]

Fell in love with Cuir De Russie and Coromandel based on your review. Saving my pennies now (Your reaction after smelling CdR was priceless)

[@Persolaise]

Oh wow, really? Thanks for letting me know.

[@thehonestperfumereviewer6336]

Just bought 1957 and already have Jersey, Coromandel and Le Lion. Never listened to you before, not sure why. Enjoying the video!

[@Persolaise]

There has to be a first time, right? You’re very welcome here. I hope you enjoy the other videos too.

[@janinemeier7201]

Your page is such a delight. I hope to catch you live. Greetings from Wiesbaden Germany. 🥰

[@Persolaise]

That's so kind, thank you.

[@theaansel8738]

Wonderful presentation made even better by the elegance of that beautiful LBD

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much for watching 😊

[@CH-yp5by]

So far I have only tried coromandel and Sycomore so Coromandel was the clear winner between those two.

[@Persolaise]

I prefer Coromandel too. Thanks for watching 😊

[@catlady4110]

I absolutely love no 22 I have both edt and edp ❤️

[@Persolaise]

It’s very special. Many thanks for watching.

[@peggylekkas94]

Coromandel Parfum is my first fragrance purchased in the Les Exclusifs. Australia

[@Persolaise]

It’s stunning. Thanks for watching, Peggy.

[@Skilluminati79]

Le Lion is my favorite by far. A rare modern masterpiece with my favorite note, labdanum

[@Persolaise]

I agree, it’s very special.

[@Action_Slacks]

I have an ‘80s bottle of Cuir de Russie, it’s magical!

[@Persolaise]

Ooooooh, I’ll bet it is 😮 Thanks for watching.

[@annarodnarine5713]

Came across your channel. What a treat your videos are for the fragrance community. Kind regards. Huge Chanel enthusiast here. Favourite Les Exclusifs: Coromandel, Sycomore, Bois Des Iles,no 22, no 18, Boy and now Le lion.

[@Persolaise]

Very kind, Anna. Thank you.

[@ninakani]

31 Rue Cambon is my favorite followed by Comète

[@Persolaise]

Wonderful. Thanks very much for watching.

[@L-Ondee]

I love how the 3 Beaux creations are part of this list. And how would they not be? To me they really smell like family of one another. They keep reminding me of each other, however individual they may be in character.

[@Persolaise]

Very true. Thanks for watching, as always.

[@Prague4Introverts]

How did I manage to miss these when they were live? I thought myself a philistine with Chanel, because I fail to appreciate No. 5. But having amassed a small Chanel collection by now, I must change that. With Les Exclusifs I have tried a few, and the only one I like, though not enough to own, is Beige. I have my eyes on Cuir de Russie to test as the weather grows cooler, so there's hope.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching. Do let me know what you make of CdR.

[@dawnetc.6721]

Chanel no 22. My forever fragrance. I received no.22 Cologne gift set from 1 st boyfriend when I Was 16 in the 80’s. Evolved to edt. Until I received the eau de Parfum for Valentines from Hubby. I love it. I wonder why did Chanel number 19 not become part of the Les Exclusif collection?. Mind you, this is my first time viewing your channel. I’m glad that I found your channel, I have 14 different Chanel fragrances. I love this house for it’s fragrances. I’ll be adding another Les Exclusif scent. faceted channel number 22 is very multi-faceted. Take care.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much indeed for watching and taking the time to write. Enjoy No. 22!

[@MikiCeri]

Egoist 90's! version please. Chanel no.19 is pretty Chanel Coco Noir!.. for some reason Chanel no.5 never stuck to me

[@Persolaise]

I love vintage Egoiste too. Thanks for watching.

[@rbebawi1]

Wow, Finally someone gets my feeling about vetiver, Vetiver does smell like excessive BO just like you said.

[@Persolaise]

Ha! Well, at least one other person agrees 😊

[@anitahalvorson6586]

great description of no 22. i just ordered the edp 22 off the chanel website today.

[@Persolaise]

I hope you like it. Thanks for watching.

[@anitahalvorson6586]

@@Persolaise OMG i love it. just received the 22 EDP yesterday from Chanel. I'm in Heaven. love the way you describe 22. it makes me smile. and yes the 22 EDT is amazing, just wish they made it/sold it. that's what I initially wore. Thank goodness the reformulation didn't change that much. i would have died. now to live a long beautiful life scented in Chanel 22 EDP. thank you for your wonderful videio.

[@chambertin2]

Gosh - big price rise on the Les Exclusifs recently; at least in the UK. 200ml bottles have jumped from £300 to £350 and 75ml bottles from £169 to £200 in the last week or two. Although, I suppose when you look at what just 100ml of a Frederic Malle EdP (£275 for POAL) or Tom Ford Private Blend EdP (£284 for most of the them and £370 for the cherry, peach etc ones) costs, I can see that Chanel saw it was missing a trick pricing 200ml of its premium range at £300.

[@Persolaise]

The price rises at the moment really are crazy. I wonder if we’re soon going to return to the times when perfume was quite unaffordable.

[@Youwinmeta]

Gardenia is pure perfection. Does that make me boring? I just love it.

[@Persolaise]

It absolutely does not make you boring. Always wear what you enjoy!

[@CBEEBLE]

Jacques Polges said that Gardenia was literally Chanel’s only figurative fragrance. Far from being boring it is certainly pure perfection. Gabrielle Chanel wanted Camellia but Camellias have no scent so she chose Gardenia - which I always think is a lovely story.

[@sues.3527]

Persolaise, may I kindly ask you to a delight us with a full review /marathon of the entire Chanel Les Exclusifs line? Would be amazing to get your perspective on the entire range.🤩 My favourite from the Exclusifs is no. 22 and 1932..., so far. Very interested to explore La Pausa and 31 Rue Cambon. Please, pretty please, review the entire line.🥰

[@Persolaise]

I’ll see what I can do: I’d have to get quite a few samples first.

[@TheRealLeeM]

The vetiver description cracked me up.

[@Persolaise]

Ha! Thanks for watching.

[@pullingthestrings5233]

Le lion is my favorite and then cuir de russie would be second. Sure le lion reminds everyone of Shalimar but that's just in the opening,. Because after that opening it goes completely different ways.

[@Persolaise]

I agree. Thanks for watching.

[@armallthetime]

I've watched this video so many times that I had to find myself a bottle of bel respiro edt. I finally got it at a fair price, thank you Persolaise for planting the idea of getting it in my mind. I love it!

[@Persolaise]

Oh, how wonderful. I’m so pleased you like it. And thanks for letting me know.

[@armallthetime]

@@Persolaise will you be doing a best of/super scent on l'artisan or cdg anytime soon? Thought these two brands would be interesting. Thanks!

[@Irina-wf6ck]

My signature scent is coromandel, I really really like Santal Blush, so for sure I need to buy Bois Des Iles

[@Persolaise]

If you manage to try it, do let me know what you think of it. Thanks for watching.

[@Irina-wf6ck]

I got Bois des Iles. And I Love it. Santal blush sounds more modern and dryer, when Bois Des Iles is more juicy, a little bit vintage, also it reminds me a little bit of Chanel 5. Also got Chanel Boy, the next will be #22😁

[@Persolaise]

Ah, I’m so pleased. Enjoy your new treasures.

[@NellyA2]

Oh no missed it 🤦‍♀️ I was so looking forward to this video. The only ones I have tried from exclusif line are bois des Iles and Gardenia. I own Gardenia parfum. Would love learning more! So thank you for this video and content

[@Persolaise]

Not at all: thank YOU for watching 🙏

[@jrsolo4568]

OMG, P, your description of N22 just made me buy it blindly. How glorious ☀️☁️⚡️🍾

[@Persolaise]

Oh wow -- I hope you enjoy it. Thanks for watching.

[@thedrflo4558]

Yes, Mr. P does have that ability to describe a scent so aptly you feel yourself earring it already. I’ve a few blind-buys based off his description alone!

[@leouisegrech722]

Beige is first and Gardenia is a close second💕

[@Persolaise]

Good to know, thank you.

[@kathleendonahue5955]

Coromandel is a definite love 💕

[@Persolaise]

Agreed! Many thanks for watching.

[@greglongphee2034]

Coromandel is a masterpiece. Fragrance simply doesn't get any better than this. As far as EDT vs. EDP goes, people love to stir up controversy over nothing. There is no point in raving about something that can no longer be found. And avoid Le Lion at all cost. It is an olfactory assault, and is guaranteed to repel as much as it attracts.

[@Persolaise]

I love Coromandel too. Thanks for watching.

[@LobisAnthony]

Every time I heard cuir de russie wanna pull the trigger and buy blind buy the checkout is always the last step still thinking about it

[@Persolaise]

Well... it is always best to get a sample first. But not always possible, sadly. Thanks for watching.

[@geebrewer8186]

Love Bois Des Illes, and I find with my untrained nose, that 31 Rue Cambon smells similar--both wonderful (and yes, I wore #5 most of my adult life) #22 the old 90s version was my vacay going to Maui or on a cruise fragrance. Very floral

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much for watching, Gee. I’d say there’s definitely a woody link between BDI and Cambon.

[@eem2562]

Gardenia is stunning, my favourite. Closely followed by No19 Poudree.

[@Persolaise]

Excellent - many thanks for watching.

[@aromafromheaven]

Fantastic video

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching.

[@annamariaferranti29]

OK sir I love your videos they’ve just been truly wonderful to listen to. I’m in Canada and we have been in lockdown since early December no stores open or boutiques anyway it’s mid February and I am still in lockdown. the only thing getting me through this is all these wonderful tutorials on fragrance I am totally infatuated with fragrance. I am enamoured with everything Chanel, I have most of the collection but none of the “Les exclusives Collection” Really what to buy one but I can’t smell anything yet. Seem to be leaning towards jersey ? Would love your thoughts I have been very tempted to try I Blind Buy BUT keep changing my mind based on all the intriguing descriptions of each Scent. My question, if you had to recommend one blind buy (Les Exclusives) what would be your gateway choice scent for a Chanel lover .

[@Persolaise]

Thank you so much for watching - and yes, let’s hope were able to come out of lockdown safely before too long. ‘Blind’ recommendations are so difficult. Do check out my review of Jersey over on Persolaise.com. If you like No. 5, then I’d certainly suggest smelling No. 22. If your tastes lie more along Coco lines, then perhaps you should start with Coromandel or Le Lion. Do let me know what you decided to get.

[@Nubianette]

My only access was at in a couple of duty free outlets. That means selecting was rushed. I don’t regret my 2 bottles of Beige, but I think my perception of Sycamore was influenced by the other scents. And I think I really wanted Coromandel. Oops! Beige fits all occasions, including spending time at the pub. 😁 I got #22 as a gift for my mom over 30 years ago. The white and gold refillable container. My mom loved #5, and thanks to dad’s funding, I gave her a new option.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much for watching. Wow, an old bottle of No. 22. Please tell me your mum loved it! Yes, it's a shame when you can't take the time to smell and think before parting with your money.

[@Nubianette]

Persolaise Perfumes it was fine. For her, 5 was everything.

[@Persolaise]

Wise lady 😉

[@pattorelli3451]

Just rummaged through my collection to find my decant of Bel Respiro and apply. Lovely! I own bottles of Bois des Isles, Coromandel, and Rue Cambon, all in EDT. The beginning of Rue Cambon is glorious, but the dry down gets a bit

[@pattorelli3451]

...sour on me. As you said, Bois des Isles doesn’t have much lasting power, and I have to be in the mood for patchouli to wear Coromandel, but I do love it. Thanks for your wonderful perfume reviews!

[@Persolaise]

Thank YOU very much for watching. I've been reconsidering what I said about Bois Des Iles. I'm not sure I was 100% right that it doesn't last; I don't think it's quite as simple as that. It DOES last, but it becomes extremely subtle. And I think that sometimes I'd like it to have just a tiny bit more oomph.

[@robertperricone9363]

Also...i think that back in the "day" when naturals were used more...that "spoilage" can occur more..than now w/all the synthetics around. Naturals can "turn".

[@Persolaise]

I’m not sure that’s the case, but an interesting idea, certainly.

[@yukiaditya7352]

another great list. My favorite would be Coromandel both EDT and EDP, Rue Cambon EDP, and Jersey EDT (the only version I know and tried). I used to have Bel Respiro EDP but sold it when i was short in cash, and I found it's quite in the same wavelength as Givenchy Insense which I super love and have. Had some decants of Boy, Bois des Iles, and Cuir de Russie, but very hard to enjoy them in hot humid Jakarta, Indonesia....it's sad.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching. I’m glad you’re a Coromandel fan too.

[@SPACEDOUT19]

I don't know why, but i can see Ingrid Bergman using Bois des Iles as signature scent in 1940s. I think it would fit her perfectly, such an elegant masterpiece.

[@Persolaise]

I can picture that too. Thanks for watching.

[@s.murphy497]

Thank you, but what about 1932? I think I am in love with that one. I might not be sophisticated enough for No. 22 because the soap is too high on my skin.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching. Here’s my original review of 1932: persolaise.com/2013/03/persolaise-review-1932-from-chanel.html

[@oldenglishsheepdogfun5960]

Xmas and I am gifting myself a perfume.. between no 22 or no 5 eau premier ?? Any hints as to which greatly appreciated 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Persolaise]

That’s got to be a personal decision, I’d say.

[@oldenglishsheepdogfun5960]

Very diplomatic… not driving into London to test.. I think I d love both… which would you buy ? 😉😉

[@Persolaise]

@@oldenglishsheepdogfun5960 I'm afraid I'm not being diplomatic -- it really is a personal decision. They're quite different pieces of work.

[@MyWorldofFragrance]

Totally agree with this top 5 and loved hearing your thoughts on each of them. 🌹

[@Persolaise]

That’s great to know. Thanks for watching.

[@katyamcphail3668]

I like Biege and just got N22. Dry downs are amazing. I would need to sample Cuir de Russi, hope it’s not too suffocating

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching. No 22 is exceptional.

[@katrosea2378]

The only Les exclusif i own is Gardenia. Love it but longevity is an issue 😬 Your video makes me want to own Coromandel and 22 🥰 What is their performance on longevity and sillage? Ty

[@Persolaise]

I think their sillage is tremendous, and I've never had a problem with tenacity. Thanks for watching.

[@ViceroyoftheDiptera]

Would love to see a review of the ever-enigmatic No. 18!

[@Persolaise]

Hmmm... a very good idea. Thanks.

[@janettedyson9900]

Just recieved as a surprise les exclusif de chanel 1932...so gentle as a fragrance. X

[@Persolaise]

Enjoy it! 😊

[@tst8959]

Between Cuir De Russie & Le Lion, what would you recommend for a woman who hates florals & vanilla?

[@Persolaise]

Cuir De Russie. Thanks very much for watching.

[@tst8959]

@@Persolaise 🙏

[@mrpleasent6038]

Bel respiro was my latest purchase - think jersey will be my next.

[@Persolaise]

Ahh... sweet lavender! Thanks very much for watching 😊

[@tst8959]

From the ones I’ve sampled- Cuir De Russie & Bois Des Isles!!!! ❤️

[@Persolaise]

They're both tremendous!

[@tst8959]

@@Persolaise Absolutely yes!

[@rnmdr181]

@@tst8959 Hi, which one do you prefer between two?

[@tst8959]

@@rnmdr181 Both! But currently leaning more towards Cuir De Russia

[@rnmdr181]

@@tst8959 Thanks for your reply. I’m a male and ordered a full bottle of Cuir de Russie 🙏

[@babagyoza]

Chanel 22 is my signature fragrance, and has been since the mid 80s. I don't own any of the new incarnations of it, though, and have been trolling eBay every so often for parfum since I learned of its demise in the early 2000s. I wore the old EDT as a college student, and it was loud with the aldehydes for the first 15 minutes, and had tremendous lasting power, longer than the parfum. I now wear the parfum (vintage that I have), and I have to disagree with you about 22 being cold, but maybe the new EDP is cold. I associate coldness with #5, and life and warmth with 22. It is an elegant, sensual floral with a ton of incense, like a bride in an incense filled church.

[@Persolaise]

This is such a wonderful description -- thanks very much. And thank you for watching.

[@josianekhan2207]

Bel Respiro ❤

[@Persolaise]

Gorgeous.

[@adamskimarlattrm]

I love 22. It is the only fragrance I wear.

[@Persolaise]

It’s very special.

[@kellychew2288]

I've got Channel No 18. Unfortunately we can only get the EDP. Understand that EDT is better.

[@Persolaise]

I think quite a few people prefer the EDTs. Many thanks for watching.

[@Hannah_BananaStand]

Finally got a sample of Coromandel today...Now...am I totally insane or can anyone else detect the most subtle nod to youth dew here? Not that they smell the same, but just an echo somehow. Either way it's exquisitely beautiful!

[@Persolaise]

The resins and the patchouli may well be making you think of YD. Thanks very much for watching.

[@addictedtofragrance7694]

Selecting a favorite Les Exclusives would be like picking a favorite child. Honestly it changes all the time. I have a mix of EDT and EDP, in some cases i have both concentrations. I would have to say No 22 would have to be a staple. I waffle between the EDT and EDP. I find the EDT a bit more loud and in your face so it really depends on what I am looking for on that day.

[@Persolaise]

I know, it is hard. But 22 is a great one to choose. Thanks for watching.

[@paulwitts9976]

Le Lion de Chanel is to be a new Les Exclusifs supposedly to be marketed in the Middle East first and not available in Europe etc until 2021, well that’s the rumour and yes it’s meant to be an Amber sandalwood musk fragrance.

[@Persolaise]

Yes, I believe this is confirmed now. Thanks for taking the time to write 😊

[@bonniel4325]

What a fun review! I would love to hear your opinion of Guerlain Vetiver. It is nothing like Sycomore (which I don't love, but do find intriguing). I really love Guerlain's interpretation of Vetiver though. I was heartbroken when Chanel cannibalized the EDT's. I so wanted 1932 edt. I only have No. 22 edt, and Misia edt. They are wonderful.

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching. I was always very fond of Guerlain’s Vetiver, but I haven’t worn it for ages, because Madame Persolaise can’t stomach the note. Maybe it’s time to revisit...?

[@klaas020]

Good job, and what a wonderful line-up! Bel Respiro is also a personal favorite of mine... Too bad all of those lovely EDT are not available anymore, as many of the Exlusives suffered from the reformulations. Cuir de Russie especially! Would the EDP still be in your top five?

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching 😊 Oooh... tough question. I think I probably would still have it in my Top 5... probably...

[@klaas020]

Hahaha, I like the ‘probably’....... Keep up the good work!

[@Persolaise]

Thank you 😉

[@miles-178]

thanks for putting Bel Respiro EDT on 1st place.... definitely agree and i´ve just ordered EDT last bottle online

[@Persolaise]

The edt is so special.

[@GitanaRusa2012]

My favorite is Bois des Iles. It’s the smell of my dream world, or at least a perfect mystical voyage. The only full bottle I own is of 22, though. I bought it because of my fairly recent love affair with number 5, but I am still a bit challenged by it. I am enjoying keeping trying though. I hope to own Bois one day soon! The question is should I spring for Bois or Premiere first…

[@Persolaise]

Oooh, that's tough. I can't imagine being without either of those in my collection. Thanks for watching.

[@L-Ondee]

Hi GitanaRusa. Love your name as I dance flamenco! Please forgive me if I feel I have anything to say in this. Having to choose I would definitely go for Bois (I also own Premiere...). Greetings

[@GitanaRusa2012]

@@L-Ondee thank you for writing! I agree that Bois is the way to go. I’ve been relishing my samples of it. How wonderful that you dance flamenco! It’s beautiful music and dance! I dance Argentine tango and was born in Russia, and Gitana Rusa is the name of a tango:) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnOWqIyqmNCaqNU

[@L-Ondee]

@@GitanaRusa2012 how wonderful! I didn't know there was a tango of that name. It suits you perfectly. I suspected you might be a Russian girl that dances flamenco. It could have been just as well that. And by the way these perfumes go so well with Tango Argentino! The elegance, the sensuality and the time period they were created in. Enjoy them!

[@L-Ondee]

@@GitanaRusa2012 wow, I just listened to the music.... It gives me goosebumps!!!! Beautiful!

[@A12Diary]

If it’s not perfect at all times then it’s not perfect. No excuses for coromandel

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching.

[@ramis7933]

First fragrance coromandel starts at 4:15

[@Persolaise]

👍

[@relocatetoEUROPE]

I love patchouli so coromandel was always going to be on my list.

[@Persolaise]

Coromandel is a dream.

[@FragranceGame85]

I wish Chanel would stop increasing their prices so much. £50 extra for a Les Exclusif is shocking and a real shame for loyal customers. I have 1957 and Le Lion and wish to get another 4-5 from the line but genuinely can not justify paying their new prices. I may try Edimburgh though

[@Persolaise]

That’s a crazy increase! Thanks for watching.

[@FragranceGame85]

@@Persolaise no problem, enjoy your reviews.

[@cutiepie220886]

i need to get my hands on bel respiro and N22!! >.

[@Persolaise]

Yes! Thanks for watching.

[@deepthings4311]

#1 sycamore #2 coromandel and even better combined, coromandel gives sycamore a creamy base

[@Persolaise]

Gosh, that would be some combo. Thanks for watching.

[@cheekedee]

my most favorite Les Exclusifs perfume is.. GARDENIA!

[@Persolaise]

Wonderful. Thank you for watching.

[@nasibaibadullaeva6943]

Super

[@Persolaise]

Thanks

[@dyarom4575]

Coromandel is Unisex ???

[@Persolaise]

All perfumes are unisex. Thanks for watching.

[@mmc5005]

I dont like Coromandel EDP, however, I bought pure perfume and I love it.

[@Persolaise]

I should try to find it. Thanks for watching.

[@Tangentbordsblues]

What does it mean when you say that an edp is too heavy? Does heavy mean dark, or cloying or does it mean that it radiates more slowly and doesn't sparkle with high notes?

[@Persolaise]

I think that depends on the edp in question. In the case of the Exclusifs, some of them feel as though they have less room in which to breathe -- they're bogged down by excess baggage. They feel constrained.

[@elainebines6803]

1957 is my favourite - would love you to review it

[@Persolaise]

Thanks for watching, Elaine. 1957 was reviewed here: persolaise.com/2019/02/persolaise-love-at-first-scent-episode_22.html

[@elainebines6803]

@@Persolaise thank you - i'll watch now. New subscriber 👍

[@elainebines6803]

Well , looks as if I need a sample of 22 😉

[@Persolaise]

Many thanks for subscribing!

[@Leemar1989]

Im a bit late for this. Thanks for being one of the best reviewers of chanel perfumes. I was thinking of buying a 200ml of cuir de russie, but scared that ive red someone in fragrantica mentioned that it has a fecal note. Since I have tried the current formulation of shalimar and couldnt stand its animalic side, and theres a fecal note that is really not for me. Can you help me? Its unfortunate the theres no shop in our country selling the les exclusif line and cant find any samples. So ill just rely ready on reviews, hope to hear from you. Thank you and keep safe!😊

[@Persolaise]

Thanks very much indeed for watching, and for the kind words. The leather in CdR definitely has an animalic side, I’d say. Perhaps you could try to find a sample of it somehow.

[@L-Ondee]

Dariush, do you know if Bois des Isles was one of the (I don't remember how many) versions composed by Ernest Beaux for the 1st Chanel perfume?

[@Persolaise]

Sorry, Heinke, I'm afraid I don't.

[@54321Judith]

I like Chanel sensual allure

[@Persolaise]

Me too. Thanks very much for watching.

[@pranavshukla321]

The Bois Des Iles you have is EDT or EDP?

[@Persolaise]

I can’t remember, but I think it’s edt.