No.5
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Side by side
No.5 vs. Dune
Is No.5 better than Dune?
Dune rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
SandalwoodBergamotVanillaRoseMuskYlang-YlangPatchouli
powderywoodyaldehydicwhite floralcitrus
This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between No.5 and Dune?
| No.5 | Dune | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 1921 | 1991 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Ernest Beaux | Jean-Louis Sieuzac, Nejla Barbir, Dominique Ropion |
| Best season | Winter | Summer |
Scent DNA
How do No.5 and Dune smell?
No.5
Powdery
Woody
Iris
Fresh
Musky
Aldehydic
White Floral
Earthy
Dune
Woody
Amber
Balsamic
White Floral
Sweet
Aldehydic
Warm Spicy
Powdery
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do No.5 and Dune share?
Top
BergamotLemonNeroliYlang-Ylang
AldehydesRosewoodMandarin OrangeBergamotPeony
Heart
IrisRoseLily of the ValleyOrris Root
Ylang-YlangJasmineLilyRose
Base
SandalwoodVanillaAmberMuskPatchouliCivetMoss
SandalwoodAmbergrisBenzoinMuskOakmossPatchouliVanilla
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
IrisRoseLily of the ValleyOrris RootYlang-Ylang
Ylang-YlangJasmineLilyRosePeony
Citric Notes
BergamotLemonNeroli
Bergamot
Oriental Notes
Vanilla
BenzoinVanilla
Woody Notes
Sandalwood
SandalwoodRosewood
Animalic Notes
Civet
Ambergris
Earthy Notes
Patchouli
Patchouli
Mossy Notes
Moss
Oakmoss
Musk
Musk
Musk
Where they fit
When and where do No.5 and Dune work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, No.5 or Dune?
| No.5 | Dune | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about No.5 and Dune?
N°5 has a reputation, and that reputation sometimes makes people hesitate. But walk into any room wearing this and you'll understand why. The aldehydes don't apologize. The powder doesn't dilute.No.5
If you want instant compliments, look elsewhere. Dune rewards patience and draws you in slowly. The aldehydes might seem dated at first spray but evolve beautifully.Dune
The hunt
Where to buy No.5 and Dune
| No.5 | Dune | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.4 oz | — | $105.95fragranceshop |
Cheapest in-stock offer per size. Retailer links support Silloria at no extra cost to you.
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