BergamotOpens with
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VanillaDries down to
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Guerlain · Sold as feminine
Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau Si Sensuelle
The quiet confidence of a woman stepping into her day, where crisp freshness meets understated sophistication.
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Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau Si SensuellePremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessTocade 2018 · RochasMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 10 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2013 by Guerlain and crafted by perfumer Thierry Wasser, Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau Si Sensuelle is a Floral Green fragrance that captures the essence of modern elegance. The composition begins with bright citrus notes from bergamot and grapefruit, which mingle effortlessly with green accents to create a fresh and vibrant opening. As it evolves, iris and white florals like jasmine and rose introduce an intricate blend of warmth and sophistication, while vanilla and tonka bean provide a subtle sweetness that grounds the scent in sensuality.
This EDT opens with a bright and fresh top note that fades within an hour. To ensure the longevity of the warm base notes, apply it to pulse points like wrists and neck. It's best experienced close to skin rather than in a room-filling sillage.
Fig. 01 — Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau Si Sensuelle, Guerlain
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Thierry Wasser
The guardian of GuerlainThierry Wasser is the in-house perfumer at Guerlain — a title that makes him the custodian of one of perfumery's most storied legacies.
“I am not going to betray five generations of the family.”
Thierry Wasser · Wallpaper*, December 2008
The Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau line
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The originalGuerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau Si SensuelleGuerlain · Premium · $100–250Rochas · 2018Tocade 2018Shares 6 of its 10 notes$40–100★ 4.00 (455)55%Match
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A community favourite: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 8%.