Shalimar by Guerlain
Brand: Guerlain
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
An oriental spicy composition for women, Shalimar unfolds from citrus and cedar into an iris-, patchouli-, vetiver-, jasmine-, and rose-centered heart. Its base brings incense, vanilla, leather, opoponax, civet, sandalwood, tonka bean, and musk for a rich, expressive experience.
Is Shalimar worth it?
How it smells: Opens with citruses, bergamot and lemon, iris and patchouli at the heart, then dries down to incense and vanilla.
Scent Score: 78/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 89, versatility 85, layerability 35 and value 89, each out of 100.
Buyers say it gets compliments, lasts long and smells sexy. Buyers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 148 FragranceNet reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 1925 · Women
Key accords: Citruses, Bergamot, Lemon, Cedar, Mandarin Orange, Iris
Top Notes
- Citruses
- Bergamot
- Lemon
- Cedar
- Mandarin Orange
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- Incense
- Vanilla
- Leather
- Opoponax
- Civet
- Sandalwood
- Tonka Bean
- Musk
Occasions: evening, nighttime, date night, formal, special occasion
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Shalimar by Guerlain belongs to the oriental spicy fragrance family. Shalimar opens with Citruses, Bergamot, Lemon, Cedar, and Mandarin Orange. The heart brings Iris, Patchouli, Vetiver, Jasmine, and Rose. It dries down to Incense, Vanilla, Leather, Opoponax, Civet, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
How to wear Shalimar
On skin, Shalimar by Guerlain has excellent longevity, strong projection, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, nighttime, date night, formal, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Reflection 45 by Amouage. Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Reflection 45 on top for oriental spicy lift. Start with 2 sprays Shalimar : 2 sprays Reflection 45 and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Shalimar opens with Citruses, Bergamot, Lemon, Cedar, and Mandarin Orange.
The heart brings Iris, Patchouli, Vetiver, Jasmine, and Rose.
It dries down to Incense, Vanilla, Leather, Opoponax, Civet, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
What to layer with Shalimar
Reflection 45 by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 97/99
Both are oriental spicy fragrances, and they share cedar, iris, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Reflection 45 on top for oriental spicy lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 2 sprays Reflection 45
Danger Pour Homme by Roja Parfums
Strong Match · 87/99
Danger Pour Homme brings an oriental contrast to this oriental spicy scent, and they share bergamot, lemon, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Danger Pour Homme on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 1 spray Danger Pour Homme
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Strong Match · 85/99
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum brings a floral contrast to this oriental spicy scent, and they share cedar, mandarin orange, and iris.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 2 sprays Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum
CK One by Calvin Klein
Strong Match · 84/99
CK One brings a fresh contrast to this oriental spicy scent, and they share bergamot, lemon, and cedar.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 2 sprays CK One
Brut by Brut
Strong Match · 84/99
Brut brings an aromatic contrast to this oriental spicy scent, and they share bergamot, lemon, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brut on top for aromatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 2 sprays Brut
Pairings to approach with care
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Not Recommended · 36/99
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this oriental spicy scent, and they share vanilla.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum
Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Not Recommended · 36/99
Baccarat Rouge 540 has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Baccarat Rouge 540 brings an oriental contrast to this oriental spicy scent, and they share cedar and jasmine.
Order: Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Baccarat Rouge 540 on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Shalimar : 1 spray Baccarat Rouge 540
Related fragrances and why
- Reflection 45 by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include cedar, iris, and patchouli.
- Danger Pour Homme by Roja Parfums — Both include bergamot, lemon, and patchouli.
- Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis KurkdjianBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include cedar, mandarin orange, and iris.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Shalimar?
Shalimar opens with Citruses, Bergamot, Lemon, Cedar, and Mandarin Orange. The heart brings Iris, Patchouli, Vetiver, Jasmine, and Rose. It dries down to Incense, Vanilla, Leather, Opoponax, Civet, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, and Musk.
How long does Shalimar last, and how strong is it?
Shalimar by Guerlain has excellent longevity, strong projection, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Shalimar?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, nighttime, date night, formal, and special occasion.
What layers well with Shalimar?
Reflection 45 by Amouage is its strongest match (97% compatibility). Both are oriental spicy fragrances, and they share cedar, iris, and patchouli. Apply Shalimar first as your base layer. Its oriental spicy character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Reflection 45 on top for oriental spicy lift. Start with 2 sprays Shalimar : 2 sprays Reflection 45.
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