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Chanel

Egoiste

1990 · For men · Woody

4.22/5
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Accord profile

woody15%warm spicy14%cinnamon11%rose9%floral9%aromatic9%tobacco9%sweet9%powdery9%balsamic8%

Note pyramid

Top, heart and base notes as recorded for this composition. Each note links to every other fragrance in the database that uses it.

About this fragrance

Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.

Egoiste opens with a brisk, aromatic burst of Brazilian rosewood, coriander, Sicilian mandarin, and mahogany. The citrus and spice are immediate but not sharp; they set a dry, woody tone that feels tailored rather than casual. As it settles, the heart reveals cinnamon, Damask rose, and carnation, adding a warm, slightly floral spiciness that is more about texture than sweetness. The base is where Egoiste earns its reputation: sandalwood, tobacco, vanilla, leather, amber, and ambrette create a dense, resinous foundation that lingers for hours. This is a fragrance for collectors who appreciate structured, old-school woody spicies with a barbershop-adjacent elegance. It suits cool weather and evening wear, though it can be worn confidently in formal daytime settings. Those who enjoy rich, spicy-woody compositions with a rose accent will find it rewarding; those seeking fresh or light scents should look elsewhere.

中文簡介

Egoiste 以巴西玫瑰木、芫荽、西西里柑橘與紅木開場,帶來乾爽而辛香的木質前調。中調的肉桂、大馬士革玫瑰與康乃馨交織出溫暖微花的層次,不甜不膩。基調以檀香、煙草、香草、皮革、琥珀與麝錦葵構成濃密而持久的樹脂感,展現經典男士木質辛香風格。適合追求復古理容感、喜愛沉穩木質調的收藏家,尤其適合秋冬夜晚或正式場合。

Reference data

HouseChanel
NameEgoiste
Launched1990
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyWoody
Notes recorded13
Accords10

Market reference

Indicative pricing observed on public listings. Not an offer to sell.

Observed range$6 – $475 USD
Listings tracked5
MethodMedian of matched public listings; see methodology.

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