LimeOpens with
JasmineHeart
VanillaDries down to
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Guerlain · Sold as feminine
Eau de Shalimar
A sunlit conservatory where the freshness of citrus and floral notes mingle with the enveloping richness of vanilla, creating a space that is both uplifting and comforting.
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Eau de ShalimarPremium · $100–250
52%Similar accords, often for lessAroosat Al Emarat · Ard Al ZaafaranBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Eau de Shalimar by Guerlain, launched in 2008 and crafted by perfumer Mathilde Laurent, is an Oriental Vanilla fragrance that marries the crisp freshness of citrus with the warm embrace of vanilla and powdery woods. The composition opens with a vibrant burst of lime, bergamot, and orange, creating a bright and uplifting top note. As it settles, jasmine and rose add a floral sweetness that perfectly balances the rich, creamy vanilla base. Iris and resin contribute a balsamic warmth, rounding out the scent with a touch of sophistication.
Eau de Shalimar has a long-lasting base but a relatively short-lived top note. Apply more liberally to ensure the full warmth of the vanilla and powdery accords can shine through as the citrus fades. It pairs well with light layers during transitional seasons.
Fig. 01 — Eau de Shalimar, Guerlain
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Mathilde Laurent
The molecule as materialMathilde Laurent grew up among artists in Paris's Montparnasse before studying chemistry and physics and entering ISIPCA.
The Eau de Shalimar line
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Designer Guerlain
More from the house · founded 1828 · France
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The originalEau de ShalimarGuerlain · Premium · $100–250Ard Al ZaafaranAroosat Al EmaratShares 6 of its 12 notesunder $40★ 3.95 (38)51%Match
Zara · 2016Covent Garden 52-56 Long Acre LondonShares 4 of its 6 notesunder $40★ 4.17 (18)
With Guerlain Habit Rouge Légère
Adds patchouli, leather and warm spicy; shares lime and bergamot and 2 more notes.
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 51%, disliked or hated by 10%.