Basic Info

• Brand: Chanel (CHANEL)

• Perfumer: Jacques Polge (Fragrantica)

• Release Year: 1990 (Fragrantica)

• Fragrance Type / Category: Woody‑Spicy, with amber/amber-woody‑oriental undertones. (Fragrantica)

Notes / Scent Profile

Here’s how the scent unfolds:

• Top Notes: Brazilian rosewood, coriander, mahogany, Sicilian mandarin. (Fragrantica)

• Heart / Middle Notes: Cinnamon, Damask Rose, Carnation. (Fragrantica)

• Base Notes: Sandalwood, Tobacco, Vanilla, Leather, Amber & Ambrette (musk‑mallow) (Fragrantica)

Character & Vibe

• Égoïste is a bold, confident fragrance. It has a strong presence, combining spicy warmth and woods with softer, richer tones (vanilla, tobacco, leather). (Fragrantica)

• It leans mature, more formal or evening‑wear. Not really a light fresh summer fragrance. (Fragrantica)

Name / History

• The name Égoïste is French for “egoist” or “self‑centered” / “egotist” (noun/adjective) (Wikipedia).

• Originally, the working name was Bois Noir (“Black Wood”) before launch. (Wikipedia)

• Advertising / campaigns were considered strong, unique. For example, the “Le Carlton” commercial directed by Jean‑Paul Goude. (Wikipedia)

Performance & Use

• Longevity: Usually good. Users report many hours on skin/clothes. (Fragrantica)

• Sillage / Projection: Strong at first, especially in the opening. Over time it tends to settle closer to skin. (Fragrantica)

• Best Seasons / Timing: Best suited for cooler weather (fall/winter) or overnight / evening wear. The rich woods, spice and warmth are more comfortable then. (Fragrantica)