PlumOpens with
Laotian OudHeart
PralineDries down to
Aurélien GuichardThe nose · 162 fragrances · also made Intense Oud (2016)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Michael Kors · Sold as feminine
Twilight Shimmer
The hum of a city at twilight — where the last light mixes with the glow of street lamps, and the air is filled with the mingled scents of fruit stands and warm honey notes.
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Twilight ShimmerMid-range · $40–100
46%Similar accords, often for lessVery Sexy Night Eau de Parfum · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares plum and woodsy notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
The story behind the bottle.
Twilight Shimmer by Michael Kors was launched in 2018 and is a creation by perfumer Aurélien Guichard. This Oriental Vanilla fragrance opens with the juicy sweetness of plum and red fruits, leading to a heart that balances praline's warmth against Laotian oud's depth. The woody base adds a subtle animalic edge, creating a composition that feels both comforting and slightly mysterious.
The interplay between fruity freshness and woody complexity makes Twilight Shimmer an intriguing choice for those who enjoy fragrances that evolve throughout the day.
Twilight Shimmer's praline note fades quickly, so apply it in layers to ensure the woody and animalic base notes have time to emerge. It pairs well with a light jacket or cardigan for an intimate evening.
Fig. 01 — Twilight Shimmer, Michael Kors
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Aurélien Guichard
Seven generations of Grasse perfumeryAurélien Guichard is a senior perfumer at Takasago, born and raised in Grasse into a family business growing roses and jasmine for major perfumers, and following his father into perfumery via the Givaudan Perfumery School.
Designer Michael Kors
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 36%, disliked or hated by 18%.