Cristalle Eau Verte Eau de Parfum

Since its relaunching from Cristalle Eau Verte Concentrée to Eau de Parfum, I was looking forward to buying the 2023 version with the new bottle. Please be aware that this is a very deceiving one, in a positive way. I tried it on my hand and was disappointed by its projection and sillage but decided to give it a proper try (chest, neck and back of the head) as soon as. This happened today and wow. Nothing to do with the original Cristalle Eau de Parfum. This one is very citrusy, light, airy but also almost metallic like Eau de Rochas with a better sillage and projection; surprising for a lemon zesty one as other versions which often disappear after a few hours. But it is a Chanel after all. I would say it is perfect for warm spring and summer months but also works well in winter. Definitely unisex and a better projection and sillage than during the hand testing. You feel clean and fresh wearing this. I will stock up for spring and summer as it is going to be my signature scent for 2024.

Smells like Cristalle edt stripped of the oak moss, missing the sharp bite of galbanum & smothered in so much lemon it's *almost* unrecognizable. Like New York pizza, nothing ever quite beats the classic. However, Eau Verte comes close & the average person may actually enjoy it more, as it's quite the crowd-pleaser. Perfect for the heat, eau vert somehow manages to retain the sense of cold Cristalle is known for even while completely changing its character & notes. It's air conditioning in a bottle -- perfect for a hot summer. This is even better than BVLGARI Eau Parfumée thé Vert, which has been my favorite refreshing summer fragrance of this genre for at least the last 25 years.

I have 2ml of the old version and the new version side by side. They are slightly different probably because of the age of my old bottle. The new bottle is more citrusy and zesty and less floral than the old bottle. I feel that my aged bottle has more concentration as well. I think the 10 years added to my age have made me reach out less for these energizing youthful scents. Nevertheless, it is still my favorite citrus & white floral fragrance. Its longevity is superb among freshies and its white floral is never cloying or nauseating. It never reminds me of other perfumes or cleaning products. A unique fragrance that will always have its position in my collection.

I tested it on my skin today. It smells green, like green tea with citrus and floral notes. It is beautiful, fresh and grown up but I can see a young person falling for it because it is subtle, super refreshing and delightful. For a classy refresher for summer I highly recommend to seek this scent. I checked on my Douglas site and they only offer edt. I used to have it but let go of it deeply enamored with Coco Mademoiselle. I must buy it again.

I am again on the citrus journey. After testing 2 2ml samples I bought a fb 100ml. I have had 3 fb edt concentree but this edp is nicer, a bit smoother one. The edp is softer then the edt and maybe with a poor longevity. Wat made me choose for the edp is the lack of that metallic note from the edt. So if the metallic note doesn't bother you the edt is a stronger and cheaper option.