Pour Monsieur
aromatic up front, then citrus, settling into woody.
About
Pour Monsieur by Chanel is a Chypre fragrance for men. Pour Monsieur was launched in 1955. The nose behind this fragrance is Henri Robert. Top notes are Sicilian Lemon, Petitgrain and Neroli; middle notes are Cardamom, Ginger, Coriander and Basil; base notes are Oakmoss, Vetiver and Cedar. Pour Monsieur is…
Nose: Henri Robert
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Chanel picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Pour Monsieur smell like?
aromatic up front, then citrus, settling into woody. Dominant accords: aromatic, citrus, woody.
What notes are in Pour Monsieur?
Top: Sicilian Lemon, Petitgrain, Neroli. Heart: Cardamom, Ginger, Coriander, Basil. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Cedar.
How long does Pour Monsieur last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Pour Monsieur loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Pour Monsieur best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Pour Monsieur?
Day wear leads at 73%. Night is a secondary pick at 27%.
Is Pour Monsieur for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 60% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Pour Monsieur?
Composed by Henri Robert. Released in 1955.
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