Egoiste Cologne Concentree

Chanel made such a mistake letting go of the Cologne Concentrée version of Egoiste. While Chanel presently has the "Les Exclusifs" line that exudes a niche quality, I feel that Chanel had already entered the niche segment with ECC back in 1992. I have sampled both vintage versions of Egoiste and while these two are quite different, the Cologne Concentrée feels like a step up in terms of composition and longevity. While the difference is more pronounced up front and it does lessen in the dry down, ECC lasts longer than its ancestor. I did sample the latest Egoiste at a Chanel boutique and I found it weakened and uninspiring. *Sigh* Luca Turin called Egoiste "candied fruit". Well, he was referring to the original and oddly made no mention of this Concentrée version. Knowing him, he'd probably deride it. This fragrance is very unisex, mostly because of the sweetness. It takes a good long while for the sweet to abate, which can make it a little challenging for some men to wear. This is no casual "spray and go" fragrance. It demands respect and proper attire. Unfortunately the scarcity of this fine fragrance has also lofted its market price into the stratosphere. Is it worth paying $200 for a mere 50ml? Some may believe so. You can also get a 7.5ml mini for around $20~$30 on occasion, but consider the ramifications of falling in love with something so financially demanding... unless you'd be satisfied just to sniff that mini bottle from time to time and occasionally dab on a little. ;-) Fragrance 9.5/10, Value 7/10.

Ok... After spending quite some time with this fragrance now I am going to attempt to give it what it deserves... This is an incredible (and sadly discontinued) fragrance... It is gorgeous stuff... I will make a couple comparisons in this little write up... This fragrance to me basically sits to the right of normal Egoiste and Geo F Trumper's Sandalwood... All 3 scents are very similar and I have all 3 sprayed on me right now... Going back and forth between the three (and a bag of coffee ^_^) think of them like this... Egoiste has way more of a rose feel to it then the other two combined and because of that I feel skews more formal... Geo F Trumper's Sandalwood has this 'freshness' early in the composition that the other two do not possess and has more vanilla in the base then normal Egoiste and because of these two points I feel that while still mature it is by far the easiest to wear... Egoiste Cologne Concentree has more cinnamon early on and this 'dustiness' to it that is hard to explain. Think about the 'dusty' feel you get from L'Air du Desert Marocain and you will understand what I am talking about and it skews even more sophisticated because of this... All 3 are wonderful fragrances and as time goes on they come closer together with Sandalwood and Cologne Concentree becoming the closest to each other by the final drydown... Sniff them all out if you have a chance to find out which you prefer as they are all stunning... 10/10

It was the Summer of my 19th birthday and I happened to be in France for the first time visiting my aunt, uncle and French cousins. I remember hearing that Chanel had come out with a new cologne for men that was intriguing and different. I may have even tried a sample from a magazine or something since it hadn't hit the states yet, but that Summer, it was definitely all over Paris. Of course, just barely turning 19 that year, and not a little broke after having saved up for that trip for a while, I still couldn't splurge on something like fancy French cologne. I don't even think I had a credit card at the time. So what a complete surprise it was when, once we all journeyed about three hours south of Paris to the countryside, and when it came time to sing me "Bonne Anniversaire", that my family presented me with a Chanel wrapped package and my jaw dropped. I'll never forget the warm, sandalwoody, light, but deliberate sweetness, how it started out smooth, yet spicy, but not too spicy, evoking an elegance and sophistication that developed into a comfortable sandalwood that would always remind me of my family singing Happy Birthday to me en français. I regret that I can't find that again anywhere, but my memory is good and I will always remember those special times with the original Égoïste as part of the soundtrack. ADDENDUM 08-08-13: Guess who scored a small vintage bottle on Ebay today! =)

Warm and rich, very potent, but surprisingly soft, Egoiste concentree is one of the most interesting and complex fragrances I have experienced. I think experience is a good way to describe wearing Egoiste-- it is unique. To begin, there are many more notes than those listed. On me, it opens with a fairly masculine rose, balanced by a very soft musky, woody note, followed by cinnamon. I smell rosewood, but also smell rose. The cinnamon itself is unusual: Ceylon cinnamon, soft and sweet, yet more intense than Cassia. I smell carnation, unlisted, and a rich vanilla. Sweet amooth and spicy. And then cigarettes, an ashtray note that is quite pleasant and persistent. I am surprised no one else smells the tobacco note, because it is strong on me. I don't get the leather until about three hours in, when the rose has faded and mellowed, the cinnamon has become less sweet, and the musk has faded somewhat. At this point, Egoiste is spicy, and smells of tangerine peel or zest, rather than the fruit. Not fruity at all. Warm, sweet, but paradoxically masculine, the drydown is more sandalwood than musk, woody and smoky. One of the most remarkable facets of this fragrance is how it is both soft and almost gentle, yet strong and long lasting, with considerable silage and projection. Perhaps it is the rosewood that keeps this soft. A masterpiece and I don't throw that word around.

Given the age of this cologne, it blows my mind at how strong and long lasting it remains after all those years, the shelf life is incredible. I have this in a splash bottle and I mistakenly splashed a bit much on one day, I didnt want to waste it, but I dumped too much in the cap, so I splashed it on, well it actually got on my office chair and my office smelled for at least 4 months of the most amazing sandalwood fragrance ever, you walk in my office door, it hits you in the face, and it has finally faded after just an endless amount of longevity from a bottle that is 20 years old, that is quality right there. And that day, I was a walking air freshener. I will agree, in terms of scent this is near identical to the Vintage Egoiste, but make no mistake on quality, while the 2 smell the same, the quality of the Concentree is vastly superior. Does quality matter, when we are talking about a scent that smells identical, not really, but if you have a winter jacket that you plan on wearing, splash some Concentree on that, and you are good for the season. Amazing, and truly unfortunate that you cannot get a NEW bottle of this, I cant even imagine what this smelled like 20 years ago, what the projection or longevity must have been like then.

Comparing my two bottles of CHANEL Egoiste Cologne Concentree and Egoiste side by side on the skin of my wrists....I can attest the following: Both formulas are exquisite and tremendous examples of French olfactory masterpieces. However, the Cologne Concentree edition (released for the US market specifically) is heavier on the the bourbon vanilla and sandalwood. In my opinion, Cologne Concentree dries down smoother with a base that ends in rosewood. The word 'earthy' comes to mind. it also possesses the the now banned hydroxicitronellal and Oak Moss - probably two of the most crucial elements in a classic perfume, which cannot be found in the current Egoiste formulations (which have become slightly synthetic). I am lucky enough to own a bottle of the rare predecessor to both these fragrances 'Bois Noir' which was released exclusively in 1987 (limited release of approximately 1,000 bottles that were only sold in CHANEL boutiques). The Cologne concentree smells more similar to the superlative Bois Noir formula. Neither Cologne Concentree nor Egoiste can defeat the might of BOIS NOIR. The holy grail. It is a bombastic scent that is far warmer, denser, richer and more scrumptious than the two Egoiste successors.

When I was 13 and in 8th grade, and collecting perfumes (from the drug store, my mother's bathroom, and wherever else I could get my hands on pretty smells in pretty bottles), I read about this stuff. A fashion magazine said that hip young women in Paris were wearing this Chanel men's cologne that smelled of vanilla, tobacco, and raisins. I acquired my bottle through some combination of pleading and promising to unload the dishwasher for the rest of eternity or something. The memory it evokes is of autumn, long black wool coats, crunching leaves, and being 14 years old (pretty funny, considering Egoiste is referred to as an "old man cologne). I have had the same 1.7 ounce bottle since 1992 and it is not even half empty yet. Not because I don't like it, but because this stuff is so special that I will only wear it once in a while, and only in late fall or winter. Even when I am dead, there will probably be quite a bit left. It has not spoiled or changed in the least bit (except that the liquid is a shade darker). Sometimes I pick it up from my dresser, sniff it, then place it back lovingly and whisper "my precious" while patting it gently. It is the greatest.

Chanel Egoiste Cologne Concentree Review This is easily one of the best fragrances I've ever smelled. Let me make an analogy here. Stay with me on this. The EdT version of Egoiste, I have the 2014 formulation, is like watching one of your favorite movies on DVD. The image is less sharp and you don't see all the details. The movie is still amazing though because, after all, it's one of your favorites. Cologne Concentree is like watching that same movie in 4K. This is beautifully crafted. Every nuance of the scent is detectable and perfectly placed. It's a spicier, richer, and more vibrant fragrance. All that being said, Egoiste is still Egoiste. Whether that's a current formulation or an old formulation. Both smell fantastic and are worthy of your time and money. Best Age Group- 30+ Best Season(s)- Fall/Winter Occasions- Formal, Dates, Casual, Work Projection- Medium Longevity- 12 Hours Smell- 10/10 Overall- 10/10 If you're interested in my review of the EdT version, check it out under my reviews. YouTube Channel: theaveragecologneguy

Kesinlikle olgun erkek kokusudur. Tarçın ağırlıklı. Başlardan garip ve günümüz tarzına aykırı gelse de alışınca çok güzel bir koku. Kalıcılığı ve fark edilirliği yüksek. Ancak 30-35 yaş üstü erkeklere çok daha fazla yakışacaktır. İlk günlerde çok sert ve aykırı gelmiş olmasına rağmen sonraları çok sevdim. Çok genç kızlar "ayyy bu resmen tarçın kokuyor, çok sert" demiş olsa da biraz aklı başında bayanlar "ne kadar güzel bir koku, kimin bu parfüm?" şeklinde tepkiler verdi. Özellikle bende beğenip eşine alan bir kaç bayan arkadaşım da oldu. Kesinlikle ergen kokusu değildir. Ergenliği atlatmış, özellikle 30 yaş üstü ve kariyer sahibi erkeklere öneririm. Not : Yorumlarımı ve özel mesajlarıma cevaplarımı sadece Türkçe olarak yapacağım. Böylece yabancı dil konusunda sıkıntı yaşayan arkadaşlara gerçekten denediğim parfümlerdeki kendi görüşlerimi paylaşmayı amaçlıyorum.

I mistakenly bought this concentration back in the early/mid 90s and have held onto my bottle since then. True to the other reviews, it is a more intense, yet less complex version compared to the OG Egoiste from the 90s. The latter version (I believe it was an EDT) gives that delightful "mincemeat pie" note from the mix of orange, spices, and rose. The cologne concentrée starts with cinnamon and spice but develops into a deep, rich, vanillic sandalwood with a hint of leather in the drydown. It leans masculine while remaining gorgeous and soft. I love this version and I'm glad I never parted with it years ago. This is a rare treat for Mysore sandalwood lovers best enjoyed in the late fall and winter. If you like Hermessence Ambre Narguille (which I also have and wear during this time of year), you probably would enjoy this.

This is something special. Having adopted an interest in fragrances quite recently, I initially thought this was overhyped by rose tinted glasses looking back on days gone by. Boy was I wrong. I think this is hands down the most manly you can smell without overwhelming everyone else's noses. To me this is like Tuscan Leather with a toned down leather note, infused with Balenciaga Pour Hommes dry down, and a touch of Dior Homme Parfum sweetness. It's pleasant with a certain charm that reminds me of a suave personality full of bravado. It's sweet without smelling too feminine. The leather note is not strong but provides a special foundation underneath the sandalwood and spices. It's the perfect blend of rugged smells. You will love this if you can find a bottle; the aftermarket prices are definitely worth it!

I finally obtained a vintage bottle of this fabled ambrosia and can compare it directly to the currently available Egoiste EdT. My conclusion was surprisingly immediate and succinct: the Cologne Concentree smells more natural in a side by side comparison, but the difference is slight. If anything, my experience with the Cologne Concentree leads me to believe the EdT should be venerated for achieving what it does under current ingredient restrictions. Egoiste is my favorite perfume and I don't regret outlaying a pretty penny for a bottle of Cologne Concentree, but mercifully the Cologne Concentree has not "ruined" me for the current EdT, and truthfully I can't conclude one or the other is categorically better, price notwithstanding.

Ageless, Timeless, Undying, Immortal, Perpetual, Everlasting, Egocentric, Untamed, Never Sorry, Brash, Audacious, Chanel Egoiste Cologne Concentree; bold enough for an Authoritarian King, Gentle enough for a Priest. Sandalwood, Cinnamon, Rosewood, and Leather...smells like an Angel's Breath... Needless to say More!!!

I just scored a 90/100ml bottle and let me tell you ,.....Unreal....I have 225 bottles and this elixir is out of this world in silage, and performance, and the Mysore Sandalwood is something I have never smelled, Incredible! The Holy Grail of my Collection, ....maybe one day Bois Noir,LOL

This is really good stuff. Put on at 9:00am and it really hits its stride in the afternoon. Two sprays to my belly and still going strong at 6pm. Strong sillage and man, what a dry down. If I could only wear one scent, this is it.

This is pretty much the perfect cologne. Yes, similar to Egoiste, but smoother, richer, and with an ideal development and denouement. Every phase of this one is exactly how it should be.

I bought this from a boutique ages ago. It’s still my favorite. I love the sweet and spicy smell. I wish this formulation was still available.

The drydown of this stuff is something else. A rich, buttery cinnamon sandalwood. Leathery texture. Top notch.

Egoiste Cologne Concentree is the epitome of elegance. Too bad it was discontinued. Simply exquisite!

Just wanna flex that I just got this bad boy for like $40 ~90ml lol