For Chanel, chance is never left to fate—it is seized, shaped, and embraced with confidence. Since its debut in 2003, the Chance fragrance collection has embodied this philosophy, offering an olfactory interpretation of optimism, spontaneity, and the joy of the unexpected. Now, Chanel unveils its latest addition to the Chance family: Chance Eau Splendide, a luminous and captivating fragrance that extends the house’s tradition of reinventing fortune in scent form.
The Chance collection has always been defined by its vibrant energy and kaleidoscopic interpretations of luck. Created by Jacques Polge, the original Chance fragrance disrupted conventions with its effervescent blend of floral and chypre accords, exuding a playful yet sophisticated character. Over the years, the fragrance house expanded the Chance universe, unveiling Chance Eau Fraîche with its lively green vibrance, Chance Eau Tendre’s soft and romantic pink hue, and Chance Eau Vive, a fiery burst of citrus in a bold orange composition. Each iteration embodies a different facet of possibility, all housed in Chance’s signature round bottle—an emblem of perpetual motion and the endless cycle of opportunity.
Now, Chanel introduces a new expression of chance, one that steps into an uncharted realm of scent storytelling. Chance Eau Splendide arrives in a striking shade of purple—a color symbolic of mystery, creativity, and noble elegance—ushering in a new era of luminous sophistication.
As Chanel’s In-House Perfumer-Creator, Olivier Polge continues the Chance scent story. Arriving in a striking shade of purple, this new bouquet strikes an exquisite balance of contrasts—effervescent yet grounded, joyful yet refined. At its heart lies a vibrant raspberry accord, infusing the fragrance with a fresh, fruity brilliance that distinguishes it as the brightest and most playful Chance creation to date. “I wanted to construct its characteristic freshness with something innovative, an uncharted accord,” explains Polge. “The raspberry accord, in particular, gives it an immediate sense of comfort and vivid sparkle.”
The floral elegance of rose geranium, grown in Chanel’s exclusive fields in Grasse, adds depth and complexity, striking a perfect harmony between sweetness and sophistication. “It was essential that nothing darkened the structure of Chance Eau Splendide so that the fragrance could remain luminous,” Polge notes. “Rose geranium adds contrast to the fragrance so that it is fruity without being too sweet.”
As the scent unfolds, notes of violet and powdery iris introduce a delicate refinement, while a base of white musk and subtly faceted cedar lends a lasting, radiant trail. The result is an unexpected yet seamless interplay of freshness, luminosity, and modern sensuality. “Chance is a way of seeing the world,” says Polge. “It goes hand in hand with intuition, self-confidence, and a sort of cheerfulness about our surroundings.”
The choice of purple as Chance Eau Splendide’s signature hue was also deliberate, reflecting the fragrance’s unique personality. “After completing the formula, we smelt the fragrance. Purple came to mind naturally, almost instinctively,” Polge shares. “It conveys the fresh and fruity impression of the raspberry accord while also expressing the more mysterious and complex floral aspect of the fragrance.”
The Chance Eau Splendide is an invitation—to embrace spontaneity, to revel in joy, and to believe in the serendipity of life’s most beautiful moments. It is a scent for those who, like Chanel, know that chance favours the bold.
