Coco (1984)
by Chanel

Having created the hugely successful No.5 and the beautiful Bois des Iles in the 1920s, Ernest Beaux left behind a pair of proverbial shoes the size that of Bigfoot's. For a long time these shoes were simply too gigantic for anyone to wear. Henri Robert made an admirable attempt with No.19 but I believe it is Jacques Polge who finally nailed it in 1984 with his masterpiece, COCO. Forget about identifying individual accords here for life is simply too short ( and samples too prohibitively costly! ). Just enjoy this luxuriant beauty and revel in the sophistication and womanly charms of a true Chanel classic. A full bottle for my missus for sure!

*** This review is of the EDP ***

Coco is one smart lady! After her initial slug of aldehydes gets your attention, Coco manages to be refined and elegant. She is spicy but not too warm; she is bright but not too arrogant. She goes everywhere with ease and grace. Although she is related to No 5, she has a shine all of her own. I can detect a bit of fruit, a bit of clove, a bit of flowers but no one scent takes center stage. And the sandalwood is of a fine quality that I have missed for decades. I always loved sandalwood, the kind that came close to smelling like dirt but pulled back just in time. I never tried Coco before because I was afraid that she was a loud 80's sort of girl. She's not. PS The pure parfum (too fruity for me) is not at all like the edp.

I've been wearing Coco since I was about 20 years old (shortly after it was released). I find it to be warm, woody, rich and spicy, so I enjoy it most in the winter, but I never find it overwhelming in the way that Opium can be so I wear it year round. It is the only perfume I've ever worn that makes men stop in their tracks to ask me what scent I'm wearing. I occasionally wear others, but I don't think I'll ever tire of Coco.

The scent I always return to. COCO is truly a classic, and well woth the money. It stays with me all day long, and dries down to a sort of powdery honeyed vanilla scent with a hint of musk. I don't think anyone can go wrong with this one.

Beautiful, sensual, floriental amber nectar! mmmmmmm... Buy the edp....now!

It's been awhile since Coco has graced my pulse points. Having just re-purchased yet another glorious bottle, I'm here to tell you; Coco is the ultimate classic. Specifically, the EDP. There is a world of difference between the EDT & EDP versions. Coco Eau De Parfum is a multitude of precious essenses fused seamlessly into a single luxurious golden elixir. In comparison, the EDT seems stark - lacking some of the stunning sweetness & warming quality of it's sister. If you are looking to try a timeless classic fragrance, one that exudes strength and femininity; please try Coco, and let it be the EDP! THUMBS WAY UP!

I've since added the EDT to my collection as well, it is perfect for when a lighter/brighter form of the fragrance is desired ~ I'm learning!