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Eau Libre Chantelle, introduced to the world in 2008, is marketed as a feminine fragrance, falling within the fruit and floral families. The fragrance was crafted by perfumer Delphine Thierry. An eau de parfum — light-footed, but utterly unforgettable.
Brand country — France. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The composition of Eau Libre unfolds as a layered story, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The signature of Chantelle is evident in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum supports the right density and pace of development.
The accord profile is built around these accords: Aromatic, Citrus, Floral and Fruit with each one in a clear role. Background accords such as Musc, Wood and Spicy expand the olfactory volume in the background. The stylistic positioning is feminine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
As soon as the fragrance opens you catch invigorating sunny first notes: Bergamot, Mandarin, Star anise and Verbena.
At the core of development you meet Hyacinth, Mint, Neroli, Tomato leaf and honeysuckle keeping a velvety rose-iris direction.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Citrus, Spicy, Floral and Aromatic. It also reaches into Green, Wood, Earthy / Mossy and Musk.
Taken together Eau Libre reads as a cohesive composition — the opening sets direction, the central phase adds depth, and the base secures the trail. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Chantelle |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.chantelle.com/ |
| Year of production | 2008 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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