The new campaign pays homage to the history of No 5, championing the idea that beauty is in joy and equality. In the ad, the woman and the man guide and support themselves, seducing each other in an elegant embrace. This is a fragrance made to be worn by a woman who strives to accomplish her dreams.

Many say the name relates to the winning sample presented to Chanel by Beaux, but it can't be ignored that Chanel, a famously superstitious woman, considered five to be her lucky number. In fact, she presented her collections on the 5th of each month – a tradition that the house stays true to today.

Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but Marilyn Monroe's favorite fragrance costs much less. The star famously swore by a spritz of Chanel No. 5, a scent that's proven almost just as iconic as the actress herself.

Chanel N°5 Chanel N°5 Embracing clean, floral notes with a smooth sensual touch of vanilla, the quintessential perfume has in history been much-publicised as the remarkable Marilyn's Monroe's signature scent.

Chanel has launched a new communications' campaign for its iconic No. 5 fragrance, with actress Marion Cotillard as its new face.

Chanel has released a new campaign film in celebration of the scent, starring new face Marion Cotillard.

The best known Old Lady Perfume is probably the classic Chanel No. 5, which launched a century ago.

What are the best perfumes for older women?

• Best overall perfume for older women : Tom Ford Oud Wood.
• Best perfume for older women with jasmine : Gucci Flora Gorgeous Jasmine Eau de Parfume.
• Best floral perfume for older women : Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle.

Marilyn Monroe: Floris Rose Geranium Like millions of other women, Monroe was a fan of Chanel No 5. However, in 2002, it was revealed that she also had a secret penchant for Floris Rose Geranium.

The best known Old Lady Perfume is probably the classic Chanel No. 5, which launched a century ago.

Most Iconic

• Most Iconic. Chanel N°5 Parfum.
• Best Warm Floral Scent. Chanel COCO MADEMOISELLE Eau de Parfum.
• Best Warm Masculine Scent. Chanel BLEU DE CHANEL Eau de Parfum.
• Best Everyday Fragrance. Chanel CHANCE EAU TENDRE Eau de Parfum.
• Best Warm, Woody Scent. Chanel BLEU DE CHANEL Parfum.
• Best Spring Scent.

The Sophistication and Classiness of the Chanel No 5 For Women. This perfume really embodies sophistication and classiness. If you want to be treated with respect when going out on the town or if you simply want to feel like a lady from another time, then Chanel No5 is perfect for you.