Le 1940 Bleu de Chanel by Chanel is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Le 1940 Bleu de Chanel was launched in 1931. The nose behind this fragrance is Ernest Beaux. Top notes are Aldehydes and Lily; middle notes are Cassis, Lily-of-the-Valley, Violet and Cyclamen; base notes are Vetiver, Sandalwood and Cedar.