&lsquo;It&rsquo;s a dense, sophisticated, and complex composition, like an extract. A concentrate of exceptional raw materials. The most magnetic and mysterious facet of BLEU DE CHANEL&rsquo;. Olivier Polge, CHANEL Perfumer-Creator.

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Compared to its predecessors, BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF is a more streamlined variation. A burst of citrus notes opens the fragrance, which gradually gives way to woodsy notes and an understated spice. After it sets, a gentle, smoky undertone emerges and lingers on the skin. The fact that it isn&rsquo;t flashy or overbearing is part of its appeal. An air of delicate self-assurance infuses it, making it feel more intimate than ever. Softer, longer-lasting, and more sophisticated, this scent is ideal for those who choose depth over volume, rather than a broad and exuberant vibe.
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What are the olfactory characteristics of BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF?
BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF is a &ldquo;woody, ambery-aromatic&rdquo; fragrance. Its notes, centred around lavender, are classically masculine. These are followed by the woody and leathery-amber accords. While cedar plays a key role, we built the fragrance&rsquo;s intensity on a foundation of sandalwood and the leathery, resinous facets of cistus labdanum.
Can you tell us about what distinguishes CHANEL sandalwood?
The sandalwood we select stands out, first and foremost, for its botanical variety, Santalum austrocaledonicum, but also for its extraction method, which allows us to capture unique woody facets. It is therefore essential to work on the combinations of this sandalwood with other raw materials to give the fragrance its energy. The combinations can hinge on the subtlest details . Sandalwood is a particularly refined and dense wood that needs to be enhanced in order to reveal all its facets.
With BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF, you said you wanted to go beyond perfume&hellip;
For L&rsquo;Exclusif, the goal was to &ldquo;go beyond perfume&rdquo;. We had to find the tone that would express our vision of a masculine extrait by repurposing the qualities of feminine extraits, such as preciousness and intensity, while adding masculinity and depth. To do that, I wanted to delve further into woody notes. By broadening the spectrum of the woody olfactory family, we naturally arrived at leathery notes, which I wanted to be especially amber-like and resinous. These notes in L&rsquo;Exclusif offer a deep and mysterious expression of masculinity, revealing the complexity of this fragrance.
Is the intensity of BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF meant to evoke power?
We tend to believe that the first impression of a fragrance must always be decisive. For BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF, however, we also prioritised the trail. Its power comes from the base. That is the great challenge of my craft: to anticipate the points of diffusion of a fragrance, to give it strength without weighing it down; and this case, for its power to rise from the base, yet contribute to the fragrance&rsquo;s airiness.

Does the extraction process require a particular technique?
For N&deg;5, Gabrielle Chanel desired an artificial (in the noble sense of the word) perfume &ndash; something composed. With that in mind, our aesthetic approach goes beyond raw essences and what nature offers us. We implement bespoke extraction techniques, which allow us to refine the raw materials and obtain unique facets. This is what we did for this BLEU: the sandalwood is notably obtained through an extraction technique specific to the House.
The BLEU DE CHANEL line transcends time. Can you tell us about its evolution?
It seems that men today are opting for bolder fragrances, genuinely seeking scents that stand out through their trail and lasting power. This marks a shift from the masculine perfumes of a few years ago, which favoured freshness and &ldquo;clean&rdquo; notes. In a different era, discretion was a prized quality in men&rsquo;s fragrances. Today, that characteristic is less sought after; the approach to fragrance has become more emotional, more engaging. That is why BLEU DE CHANEL L&rsquo;EXCLUSIF found its place so easily: it is a new identity that completes the complex mosaic of BLEU DE CHANEL.

How did you collaborate with Sylvie Legastelois on the design of the bottle?
Sylvie and I have an ongoing exchange that feeds us both creatively, ensuring harmony between a fragrance and its bottle. I find the shape of this bottle to be spot on. Sylvie has perfectly captured the strength and intensity of this new fragrance, even in the shape of the bottle itself.

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Bleu de Chanel L'Excusif: Softer, longer-lasting, and more sophisticated

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