Head to head
Dior J'adore and Chanel N°5 are often compared by people choosing between the two. Both belong to the floral family, and they share bergamot, jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang. They are close in style: much of the character of one is also in the other.
J'adore stands apart with pear, melon and tuberose, while N°5 brings aldehydes, neroli and iris. They are rated the same for longevity (long-lasting), and they project about the same (strong). J'adore is the cheaper one: about $160 against $185 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.
| J'adoreDior | N°5Chanel | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $160 · 3.4 oz | $185 · 3.4 oz |
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 1999 | 1986 |
| Family | Floral | Floral, Chypre |
| Top notes | Pear, Melon, Bergamot | Aldehydes, Neroli, Ylang-ylang, Bergamot |
| Heart notes | Jasmine, Rose, Ylang-ylang, Tuberose | Rose, Jasmine, Iris |
| Base notes | Musk, Vanilla, Cedar | Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver, Musk |
| Longevity | Long-lasting | Long-lasting |
| Projection | Strong | Strong |
| Best seasons | Spring, Summer | Spring, Fall, Winter |
| Occasions | Everyday, Office, Formal event | Formal event, Office |
| Style | Romantic, Elegant | Classic, Elegant, Romantic |
Dior
$160 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Women · Floral
A golden, solar floral: jasmine, rose and ylang-ylang in a luminous, feminine and highly polished composition.
Choose J'adore if you want a lower price, something better suited to warm weather and a fragrance that covers more occasions.
Chanel
$185 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Women · Floral
An abstract bouquet of rose and jasmine lifted by aldehydes. More than a perfume, a timeless symbol of glamour.
Choose N°5 if you want something better suited to cold weather and a more classic character.
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Take the quizThey are rated the same for longevity (long-lasting), and they project about the same (strong). Longevity also depends on your skin and on how much you apply.
J'adore is the cheaper one: about $160 against $185 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 bergamot, jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang and musk. They are close in style: much of the character of one is also in the other.
For spring and summer, J'adore is the better fit. For fall and winter, N°5 is the better fit. J'adore is at its best in spring and summer, and N°5 in spring, fall and winter.
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