Chant d'Extase

I found this perfume a few years ago, aimlessly roaming around in a Duty Free. I’ve always enjoyed smelling different fragrances but I didn’t think I was going to leave with a bottle that day! Until I found Chant d’Extase, that is. I was instantly drawn to the bottle and art on the packaging, but it was the scent itself that really captivated me. It’s aquatic, but not fresh...instead, it reminds me of swimming in the depths. It starts off bright but then lures you in. It’s sweet, but not in a very cloying or candied way...instead, as someone else already mentioned, the caramel dances with the other notes so it’s undetectable on its own. When the musk comes out to play, it envelops you...that’s my favorite part! It’s like an aphrodisiac. I wouldn’t classify this as a super “girly” scent despite having some sweetness to it, because there is a hint of masculinity in there too (as someone else previously mentioned). I can’t put my foot on why or how that vibe comes about, but it does, and it’s amazing. To me, this perfume is incredibly well-rounded because it’s a whole experience: from the sparkling opening to the mysterious, luscious drydown. Personified, Chant d’Extase is a siren in the water, beckoning you with her song. When she touches your skin, she takes you with her to a beautiful paradise. On me, this fragrance REALLY blooms in the warmer months - it gets humid here in the summers and Cd’E stays with me for the majority of the day. Not only is the longevity great, but so is the sillage imo because all day long I feel like I’m in my own little bubble, catching whiffs constantly (which I personally love, especially since it’s hard to come by these days...isn’t it?). And I must add, this perfume is a serious confidence booster! Not only has this been the most complimented fragrance in my collection, but it also makes me feel like I can carpe that diem. 10/10 Summertime Elixir ;)

In my hometown, we have a festival on Halloween that takes place right near the beach. Caramel popcorn and treats, fruit-flavored candies, salt air, sand and a whole slew of inviting, natural scents permeate the air, combining summer with autumn. It's a deeply magical experience, one I look back on with great happiness. This is exactly what Chant D'Extase is like. Raspberry, caramel and ocean water, with a hint of tangy spiciness from the ginger and pink pepper. This most unique perfume I've ever tried. It's the perfect middle point between airy, marine aquatic, and sweet, fruity gourmand, with some gentle floral notes just underneath. I've never smelled anything like this in perfumery, and it's so creative and magical. It truly fits the ethereal, fairy tale, almost Victorian mermaid art on the box, and the stunning, jewel-like, ocean-hued bottle. (Is this the most beautiful perfume bottle of all time? I don't know, but it's up there.) I feel like I've stumbled upon some mythical treasure. On my skin, it creates a sensuous, intimate scent bubble. And to my pleasant surprise, it LASTS! I sprayed one morning at 9 AM. 12 hours later, I could still detect it on my wrists, albeit with the softest of sillage. It's wishful thinking on my part, but Francis Kurkdijan should reformulate this, or at least create a new version for his own perfume house. If this were given the sillage and power of his other main scents, this would dethrone Baccarat Rouge as the perfumery darling.

Wow, instant love on a blind buy, I'm getting a fresh-but-comforting wave of salty notes mixed with light musk, swirls of lush caramel, and occasional notes of bright raspberry, tangy ginger and crisp lemon to accentuate. Picked this up after falling in love with Olympea Intense and looking for similar marine/salty type pretty scents for summer as I'm *SO* not a flowery-flowery girl and love me some spices and light gourmand yumminess in a fragrance instead; this is definitely similar to Olympea Intense but more playful and less....., well, "intense" :D .... can't comment on it's similarly or otherwise to OG Olympea as I have not tried that one! If I feel like a salt-encrusted, sexy, powerful warrior woman wearing Olympea Intense then with Chant D'Extase, the vibes I'm getting are pretty and playful "girly" mermaid, splashing and giggling with her sisters in the shallows. Since there's mermaids on the packaging I reckon it fits well :) What I'm not getting at all from Chant De L'Extase and I had been expecting, given the trademark elements of the Extase line, is rose: but I'm sure it's in there. I reckon this is a fabulous and fairly "safe" in all companies marine-fruity-floral for summertime daywear that would suit a variety of women and age ranges; it's definitely younger leaning than the majority of my personal "faves".

Why, why, why? Why did I wait so long to buy this? Because of the mixed reviews here I wasn't sure to blind buy. And that was so wrong! :) I love Chant, it instantly climbed up in my current top 5, and I can't stop wearing it. It's such an interesting scent, and it's hard to describe. It's very non-linear and morphs a lot during wear. It starts off very fruity, I immediately smell the raspberry. After a little while, I start smelling the sea notes (these aren't as strong as e.g. in Olympea). In the drydown, the caramel comes up, and I can still smell a bit of salt and raspberry. The jasmine is noticeable throughout the whole duration and it's beautiful. The composition is super interesting and unique. And even though it's very unique, I can hardly imagine anyone not liking it. Very blind buy worthy in my opinion. Francis is a genius. I love it and I've done something I normally don't do - I bought myself a backup cause it's a limited edition and I'm terrified of the thought of running out of it.

I am SO glad I didn't listen to a lot of others reviewing this perfume. This is absolutely amazing. Now I want to hurry up and buy a back-up bottle since it is discontinued. What I smell is a slightly sweet light floral and ever so slightly salty ocean air with a waft of caramel in the background. Envision this....you are wearing a light, slightly sweet floral scent, sitting on the sandy beach, feet in the warm sand, on a gorgeous sunny but a little brisk summer day and the scent of caramel popcorn making it's way over in the breeze from a vendor on the pier. I LOVE this. It definitely draws a complete picture to me. Just beautiful....it transports me to that scene / memory. Update: 5/3/2022: I did buy a back-up bottle. I love to wear this on sunny yet cooler spring days. It is so beautiful!!! Update #2 5/23/2022: Guess what?? I bought another back-up bottle! Yep, I love it that much. :)

As contradictory as it may sound, this is a warm aquatic fragrance. It opens with both the sweetness of its fruity notes and the spice of ginger and pink pepper. The middle notes are where this fragrance really shines, where a bouquet of florals meet soothing oceanic notes. It dries down with a combo of musky caramel and vanilla, evoking images of bonfires on the beach. I love that they achieved an aquatic fragrance without including coconut (my arch nemesis), trying to imitate the scent of sea salt, or making it smell like sunscreen. The ambergris lends it a masculine cologne-like essence, but the florals and gourmands soften and brighten it up. It’s versatile enough for day or nighttime wear. If you like yacht parties and cabana-side cocktails, this is for you. My only complaint is that the scent does not last as long as the original L’exstase. Otherwise, a pleasant wear.

I am really liking that one ! I don't detect a beach tropical wave in it, like it is fresh, like a warm breeze, and it definitely has a sweet undertone...but sweet the way french perfumers do it, not candy, not lollipop, just fresh sweet..the caramel isn't synthetic, or too much..it is blending in nicely with the rose and jasmine.. .the base is a rich mix of sweet with a delicate ambergris..well put together ..it is feminine, deliciously pretty...now longevity isn't best, but there is something really nice and uplifting about Extase..i own Balenciaga Essence but those two aren't exactly similar...The Balenciaga has a true marine vibe, is more unisex almost.. Extase is more a gourmand scent, , although the base is a great mix of a salty musk with ambergris, both very nice ..very nicely constructed....Kurkdjian did good on that beautiful creation. I like his perfumes !

I just got This today in the mail. I blind bought this online after a lot of curiosity about this perfume. It just intrigued me and since I can finally admit to myself that I am a perfume collector as well as a perfume lover, I had to have this. I really like this. I like how marine it is. It is a great one for spring and summer and something I will reach for on rainy days. I don’t have anything else like it in my collection. The bottle and box it came in are so beautiful. It smells refreshing and sweet and calm with a “blue” marine vibe to it. It’s fruity and sweet at the same time as being refreshing uplifting and calm as well as serene. It gives me mermaid vibes, spring rain, sea spray. I am so glad to have this gem and I will proudly have her out on display.

This is a big love in my collection. So much so, that I broke my rule of no back ups for this scent. I was fortunate to find a great deal on EBay and snatched it up because it is beginning to be a harder to find fragrance. My collection is large, but I don’t ever want to be without this one. Like others have mentioned, this feels like being on a beach. The ocean spray is in the air and maybe there is someone selling fresh salted caramels on the boardwalk. The fragrance is beautiful from beginning to end. Longevity on me is around the 6 hour mark. I don’t mind touching up during the day, so this is fine for me. I have received multiple compliments on this one. Even one from a man that thanked me for smelling so good 😆

Adding an additional review to help all of you devastated that this has been discontinued. <3 James Bond 007 for Women gives a very similar vibe, albeit the notes are not very similar. I am close to saying it is a dupe. Any of you have both and agree?? I have back-up bottles of both of these fragrances and am in love with both. So, if you missed your opportunity (almost said missed your "chance" :) to purchase this gorgeous fragrance, get James Bond 007 and you will have a very similar scent experience.

I love love love this perfume. I was lucky to find it, as the whole Extase line is very difficult to come by in my country. It's beautiful fragrance and on me it smells like jasmin tea with caramel, even though it's sweet, I consider it unisex. I already bought a backup, it's that good. My partner doesn't like it, lol, but I don't mind. I highly highly recommend it, if not for the delightful aquatic gourmand scent, then for the absolutely beautiful bottle. Get it!

I love this perfume!!! Second day in a row and I can’t stop wearing it. The opening is sweet and spicy. What a combination! I don’t really smell the rose since the jasmine overpower it at least on my skin but I don't really mind. The magic it is on the dry down. It is just yummy. I don’t know why but the dry down reminds me of Pure XS by Pacco Rabanno. I think it might be the sea notes combine with caramel! Anyways this is such a beautiful scent.

I have all the line Extase for two reasons: I respect the profumerie of Nina Ricci and the nose behind all line Francis Kurkdjian. The bottle and the packaging are amazing. The perfume is warm aquatic gourmand. Unmissable in a serious collection. Pleasant to wear, unique, hidden gem. Safe blind buy. 4/5

The first Time I tryed it, it reminded me of Aqua di Gioia but is not, after one day that I let it sit It totally change to a more delicious fresh salty caramel marine fragance. Super nice perfume, I wil Buy again ,on my skin lasted 2hrs I had to reaply

This is such a beautiful scent, it smells like the seaside and salted caramel. Beautiful all year round, but especially great for late summer. It’s subtle and unique. One of my favourites.

Chant d'Extase is gorgeous! its not a linear fragrance. its quite complex evolving from clean to luxuriously comfortable. The downside is that its very fleeting. it does not last at all

I’m so in love with this, it would be my signature if it was stronger and projected more. It sits very clothed to be skin unfortunately. But the scent itself is soooo good.

I loveee the dry down of this perfume it just smells just like heaven i did not like that top notes are bit spicy but it is ok perfect for summer

I really do feel like a mermaid wearing this. Salted caramel, soft fruits and gentle flowers. Love it!

Fantastic. Not sure what I'm smelling individually but I never want to be without it