Chanel Coco Mademoiselle vs Chanel N°5

Both are Chanel classics for women. Coco Mademoiselle is fresh and modern, with orange and grapefruit, rose and jasmine over patchouli and vanilla. N°5 is a floral aldehyde, with aldehydes, ylang-ylang and neroli, a heart of iris, jasmine and rose, and a powdery woody base.

This comparison is based on the published notes. How a scent smells varies from person to person, so try both if you can.

Chanel Coco Mademoiselle

Notes: top Orange, Bergamot, Grapefruit; heart Rose, Jasmine, Lychee; base Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk, Vetiver. Our suggested seasons: all year. Typical UK retail price: £112 to £152 depending on size (checked October 2026).

• Chanel Coco Mademoiselle - Oriental Fresh, typically £112 to £152

Chanel N°5

Notes: top Aldehydes, Ylang-Ylang, Neroli, Bergamot, Peach; heart Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Lily of the Valley; base Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Vanilla, Patchouli, Vetiver. Our suggested seasons: Autumn, Winter. Typical UK retail price: £82 to £156 depending on size (checked October 2026).

• Chanel N°5 Eau de Parfum - Floral Aldehyde, typically £82 to £156

Which to choose

Choose Coco Mademoiselle for a brighter, younger style. Choose N°5 for a classic powdery floral.