Discover GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU, our new favourite fragrance for spring

Before GABRIELLE CHANEL was the name of a fragrance, it was the name of the woman who would go on to change the world of fashion forever. Popularly known as Coco Chanel, Gabrielle was a true visionary; a woman who made history by changing the rules.

If you’re familiar with GABRIELLE CHANEL ESSENCE and PARFUM, you’ll know these fragrances for their beautiful floral compositions and boldness. True to Gabrielle’s confidence and passion, these scents encourage women to be who they want to be – and unapologetically so.

Now, a different side of GABRIELLE CHANEL is expressed in the sparkling creation, GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU. “GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU is a floral composition that is illuminated by sparkling notes, which give the scent a burst of freshness,” says Olivier Polge, CHANEL In-House Perfumer-Creator.

More luminous than its predecessors, L’EAU is reimagined as a fresh and fruity floral composition that revolves around four flowers: Exotic and intense jasmine, radiant and fruity ylang ylang, fresh and sparkling orange blossom and creamy, ultra-feminine Grasse tuberose.

Grasse tuberose is considered one of the most captivating flowers and is known for its rich floral, green and milky notes. In GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU, it helps bring the fresher, botanical facets to the fore.

The fragrance’s unique floral heart is illuminated by sparkling notes with berry accents, resulting in a vibrant scent that’s perfect for the upcoming warmer months.

Like other CHANEL fragrances, GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU is housed in a simple yet chic bottle that’s timelessly elegant. Crafted from ultra-thin glass, GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU is housed in a rosy shade of beige gold, reminiscent of all things luxurious.

Our editor has been wearing this new scent for the past couple of weeks and has fallen in love.

“There is just something about a CHANEL fragrance… No matter what the notes, one can immediately identify it as luxurious and classic. GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU has quickly become my go-to scent for spring, and I know I’m going to wear it all summer long too.

I love how fresh and ‘green’ this scent it, but that it simultaneously treats the senses to the most beautiful floral bouquet. It is light and vibrant, but its sparkling notes are memorable, and the scent is so versatile. It’s suitable for the office, lunch with the girls, or a night out – it’s the type of fragrance melts into the skin and gets softer and more sensual as the day progresses. You wear this fragrance – it doesn’t wear you – which is very important for me.  

Plus, the bottle and packaging design is so beautiful and quintessentially CHANEL. Luxe, sophisticated and timeless, GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU is a dreamy addition to my dressing table and one of my must-haves for 2024.” Anien – Editor

GABRIELLE CHANEL L’EAU is available in 50ml for R2580 and in 100ml for R3660.