Black Friday might be over for another year, but there's still reason to be excited about the beauty deals on offer. In particular, the perfume deals are really worth your attention, for fragrance tends to be one of the more expensive items in any beauty arsenal. I do need to inform you that there are some major discounts on something that, in my opinion, really is worth buying while it's on sale: Chanel perfume.
Fragrance is, of course, a very personal thing but I have to say that there is not a single Chanel scent I've ever sniffed with which I did not fall in love. From the timeless decadence of Chanel No5 to the youthful headiness of Chanel Chance, there are perfumes for all ages and tastes. The only drawback? There is, naturally, a Chanel price tag.
How glorious, then, to discover that even these beautiful fragrances are on sale while we wait for Black Friday. Offers are still happening and I'd recommend taking advantage of discounts at retailers like Sephora, Boots, and John Lewis & Partners, both of which are offer discounts off Chanel perfumes.
Whether you're looking to replenish your stock of Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Hair Perfume (if you haven't yet encountered this, I promise it's completely divine) or you're on the hunt for a bottle of Chanel No5 for a special Christmas gift, here's your way to give the give of Chanel while saving money. And whoever thought you'd be able to say that?
Shop: The Best Black Friday Deals On Chanel Perfume
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I know hair perfume may sound like something you didn't think you'd ever need but, since I tried this glorious bottle of scent, I haven't looked back. I actually bought some of this in last year's Black Friday sale and, ever since, I've been able to wash my hair less frequently. Between washes, I simply use dry shampoo to give my hair volume and banish any signs of greasiness and then I spritz this liberally onto my hair. The result makes me feel very luxurious indeed.
Undoubtedly the most iconic Chanel perfume, No5 is perfect if you love a richer, more complex scent that will last all day and evening. I spray this when I feel like I need a little bit of bolstering, for whatever reason that may be. It's like a boost of confidence and a reassuring presence – in my opinion, it can't be beaten.
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This is a younger, fresher fragrance from Chanel, but that in no way means it's flimsier than the other scents. A floral fragrance that intertwines pink pepper, jasmine and amber patchouli, this is light and playful but without becoming too saccharine. I used to wear this in my late teenage years, so I'm filled with nostalgia every time I smell it.
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Coco Noir by Chanel is an amber woody fragrance for women. It features top notes of grapefruit, bergamot and orange complimented by rose, geranium, jasmine, narcissus and peach. And lastly topped off with base notes of patchouli, sandalwood, olibanum, tonka bean, vanille, white musk, cloves and benzoin.
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This alternative take on the original Chanel Chance is like happiness in a bottle. It's a floral-sparkling scent with a hint of woody fragrance, which makes it the perfect choice if Chance is usually too floral or sweet for you.
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If you love floral scents, this is undoubtedly the fragrance for you. It has a hint of amber among the blooms, making for a really elegant perfume that has lasting appeal. This has flown out of stock in most sizes thanks to the Black Friday discounts, so if I were you, I'd be quick to add to basket while the deals last.
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While this only launched a few years ago, it has quickly become my favourite scent of all time. I know, that's a bold claim but trust me when I say this smells at once floral, complex and expensive. It's based on a bouquet of four white flowers – exotic and intense jasmine, radiant and fruity ylang-ylang, fresh and sparkling orange blossom, and creamy, highly feminine Grasse tuberose – but is not such a floral scent that it feels overwhelming or sickly. It is, quite honestly, nothing short of perfection.
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I always receive compliments when I wear this perfume – it's really a happy compromise between the youthful nature of a perfume like Chance and the timeless appeal of Chanel No5. This makes it perfect for all ages, plus it really does have staying power (it lasts all day). Happily, John Lewis is offering this beautiful gift box for 20% less than usual, meaning you can either treat yourself or be the most popular gift-giver of the year.
Hannah Banks-Walker is Grazia's head of fashion commerce. She has also written for the likes of Harper's Bazaar, The FT, Glamour, Stylist, The Telegraph, Red, i-D and The Pool on everything from curly hair (hi!) to the patriarchy. Not necessarily in that order. Find her on Instagram and Twitter. But please don't look for her MySpace profile, which until now was the last time she wrote about herself in the third person.