LemonOpens with
Orange BlossomHeart
Indian VanillaDries down to
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Guerlain · Sold as feminine
Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2018
The quiet confidence of an early morning walk where the air is crisp and filled with the promise of a new day, punctuated by subtle hints of vanilla.
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Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2018Premium · $100–250
67%Similar accords, often for lessCouleur Kenzo Jaune Yellow · KenzoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 5 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Shalimar Souffle de Parfum by Guerlain is crafted by perfumer Thierry Wasser to evoke a sense of refined elegance. The composition opens with bright citrus notes of lemon and bergamot that give way to the soft floral heart of orange blossom and jasmine. A warm base of Indian and Tahitian vanilla, along with musk, provides depth without overpowering the lighter top notes. This fragrance is a proof of Guerlain's commitment to using luxurious and rare materials, showcasing their expertise in blending traditional scents with modern innovation.
Apply one or two sprays to pulse points. The citrus opening is vibrant but fleeting, so allow it to settle into the more enduring vanilla and musk base notes for a lasting warmth.
Fig. 01 — Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2018, 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 Shalimar Souffle de Parfum line
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The originalShalimar Souffle de Parfum 2018Guerlain · Premium · $100–250Kenzo · 2012Couleur Kenzo Jaune YellowShares 5 of its 6 notes$40–100★ 3.87 (263)56%Match
Nina Ricci · 2020Nina RoseShares 5 of its 8 notes$40–100★ 3.64 (741)
With Yves Saint Laurent Opium Parfum
Adds amber, warm spicy and woody; shares mandarin orange and jasmine and 2 more notes.
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What people
are saying.
Warmly received so far: loved by 44%, disliked or hated by 15%.