Head to head
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle and Chanel Chance are often compared by people choosing between the two. Both belong to the chypre family, and they share jasmine, patchouli, vetiver and vanilla. They are close in style: much of the character of one is also in the other.
Coco Mademoiselle stands apart with orange, bergamot and grapefruit, while Chance brings pink pepper, lemon and pineapple. They are rated the same for longevity (long-lasting), and Coco Mademoiselle projects more (strong against moderate). Chance is the cheaper one: about $150 against $175 for a standard bottle.
How we picked. We put the two fragrances side by side using the data in our catalog: notes, olfactory family, longevity, projection, the seasons and occasions each one suits and its typical price. A fragrance smells different on each person, so try both on skin if you can. Prices are typical US retail prices and may differ at checkout.
| Coco MademoiselleChanel | ChanceChanel | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $175 · 3.4 oz | $150 · 3.4 oz |
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2001 | 2003 |
| Family | Chypre, Floral | Chypre, Floral |
| Top notes | Orange, Bergamot, Grapefruit | Pink pepper, Lemon, Pineapple |
| Heart notes | Rose, Jasmine, Lychee | Jasmine, Hyacinth, Iris |
| Base notes | Patchouli, Vetiver, Vanilla, Musk | Patchouli, Musk, Vetiver, Vanilla |
| Longevity | Long-lasting | Long-lasting |
| Projection | Strong | Moderate |
| Best seasons | Spring, Fall, Winter | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Occasions | Office, Formal event, Date | Everyday, Office, Date |
| Style | Elegant, Romantic, Urban | Elegant, Romantic, Classic |
Chanel
$175 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Women · Chypre
A modern chypre full of character: vibrant orange, rose and clean patchouli. Elegance with a rebellious wink.
Choose Coco Mademoiselle if you want stronger projection and a more urban character.
Chanel
$150 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Women · Chypre
Pink pepper, jasmine and patchouli in a bottle as round as luck. Sparkling, unpredictable and elegant.
Choose Chance if you want a lower price, a quieter scent that stays close to the skin and a more classic character.
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Take the quizThey are rated the same for longevity (long-lasting), and Coco Mademoiselle projects more (strong against moderate). Longevity also depends on your skin and on how much you apply.
Chance is the cheaper one: about $150 against $175 for a standard bottle. These are typical US retail prices for a standard bottle and change often, so check the current price before buying.
They share jasmine, patchouli, vetiver, vanilla and musk. They are close in style: much of the character of one is also in the other.
For spring and summer they are about equally suited. For fall and winter they are about equally suited. Coco Mademoiselle is at its best in spring, fall and winter, and Chance in spring, summer and fall.
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