Shalimar Ode a la Vanille
“Shalimar Ode a la Vanille by Guerlain is a Oriental Vanilla fragrance for women”
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Well loved by wearers — a vanilla, amber composition with a balsamic undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2010 by Thierry Wasser, Shalimar Ode a la Vanille is an Oriental Vanilla fragrance that celebrates the essence of vanilla with two distinct varieties: Mayotte and Madagascar. This composition from Guerlain captures the warmth and richness of vanilla, blending it seamlessly with amber, balsamic notes, warm spices, and powdery undertones. The bottle, designed by Jade Jagger, enhances its luxurious appeal, making it a perfect addition to any connoisseur's collection.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this fragrance to pulse points for a warm and enveloping experience. The balsamic and powdery notes take time to bloom, so give it at least an hour before fully appreciating its depth.
Thierry Wasser
Founding perfumer · 253 fragrances · French
Thierry Wasser is a contemporary perfumer who as of 2008 was appointed as the in-house perfumer of Guerlain. Prior to this he worked under the fragrance firms Firmenich and Givaudan.
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The story behind the bottle.
The moment when the first notes of vanilla waft from a freshly baked dessert, filling an entire room with its comforting aroma.
Fig. 01 — Shalimar Ode a la Vanille, Guerlain
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