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A-12 Chanel Gardenia

1925 · For women · Floral

A-12 Chanel Gardenia by Chanel was launched in 1925, a floral fragrance for women. Its accord profile is led by white floral, green and tuberose. Key notes: Gardenia, Tuberose and Jasmine.

At a glance

Dominant accordswhite floral, green, tuberose
Key notesGardenia, Tuberose, Jasmine, Fruity Notes
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Accord profile

white floral30%green15%tuberose15%sweet14%animalic14%lactonic13%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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A 1925 Chanel release, Gardenia (A-12) is a white floral composition that opens with orange blossom and green notes, leading into a heart of gardenia, tuberose, jasmine, and fruity accents. The base combines coconut, musk, vanilla, sandalwood, vetiver, and patchouli, creating a creamy, animalic, and lactonic foundation. The dominant white floral accord is softened by green and sweet nuances, making it a classic yet complex scent.

This fragrance suits collectors who appreciate vintage white florals with a musky, coconut-tinged depth. It is best worn in spring or summer daytime, or for elegant evening occasions. The animalic and lactonic facets add a sensual, skin-like quality that evolves beautifully on the wearer. Ideal for those who enjoy tuberose-heavy scents with a powdery finish and a touch of green freshness.

中文簡介

1925年香奈兒花園系列,以橙花與綠意揭開序幕,核心是梔子花、晚香玉、茉莉與果香,基調則以椰子、麝香、香草、檀香、岩蘭草與廣藿香收尾,散發乳香與動物感。白色花香主導,綠意與甜感交織,層次豐富。適合喜愛復古白花、追求奶油木質底韻的收藏家。春夏季節或優雅晚宴皆宜,動物感與乳香賦予肌膚親密感,尤其適合鍾情晚香玉與粉質餘韻的用家。

Reference data

HouseChanel
NameA-12 Chanel Gardenia
Launched1925
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyFloral
Notes recorded12
Accords6

Quick answers

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What are the notes in A-12 Chanel Gardenia?

A-12 Chanel Gardenia by Chanel: top notes are Orange Blossom and Green Notes; heart notes are Gardenia, Tuberose, Jasmine and Fruity Notes; base notes are Coconut, Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Vetiver and Patchouli.

What accords does A-12 Chanel Gardenia have?

The dominant accords recorded for A-12 Chanel Gardenia are white floral (100.0%); green (48.9%); tuberose (48.2%); sweet (45.4%); animalic (45.3%).

When was A-12 Chanel Gardenia launched?

A-12 Chanel Gardenia by Chanel was first released in 1925.

What does A-12 Chanel Gardenia smell like?

A-12 Chanel Gardenia is recorded as a floral fragrance, centred on Gardenia, Tuberose and Jasmine.

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