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Brand:
guerlain
Line: shalimar
Product Type: eau de toilette
Classification: elite
Country TM: France
Made in: France
Gender: for women
Scent Type: eastern, flower
Top Note: Bergamot, Cedar, Citrus Notes, Lemon, Tangerine
Heart Note: Iris, Jasmine, Patchouli, Rose, Vetiver
Base Note: Civetta, Frankincense, Musk, Opopanax, Sandalwood, Skin, Vanilla
The epitome of complex, yet beautiful and seductive oriental fragrances is the famous perfume Guerlain Shalimar. It first saw the light of day in the distant 1925, but even today it is one of the most desired scents among connoisseurs of elite perfumery. It intertwines bright ethereal and sensual floral shades with strict smells of leather and wood. Guerlain Shalimar tells a true legend of the incredible love of an Indian Shah and his beautiful concubine.
Guerlain Shalimar belongs to the "oriental" and "floral" fragrance groups. The composition opens with a bright citrus tandem of lemon and mandarin, with the addition of spicy bergamot and woody notes of cedar. At the heart of the perfume, playful soundsIris, jasmine, and rose combined with vetiver and patchouli. Trailing notes of leather, vanilla, sandalwood, frankincense, musk, civet, and resinous opoponax play in the wake. Strict and seductive at the same time, the fragrance makes hearts beat faster.
Reviews about Guerlain Shalimar
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I used this creation all throughout the cold seasons from autumn to spring. It was brought from Germany, there is not even a hint of forgery.
Considering that I love Guerlain for its "dresses," their not overly sweet, long-lasting and trail-like scents, I absolutely did not like this fragrance. No matter how hard I tried to figure out what the catch was with this "luxurious" fragrance, I couldn't find anything. I understand that everyone has different tastes, so I will purely state my own opinion.
The opening - killer! A million receptors explode in the nose from the initial notes, and tears well up in the eyes. No, I'm just crying. It resembles a rubber melting plant with the addition of frankincense. For the first few minutes, you need to hold your breath))) or even better, go out to the balcony and give yourself a micro-spray, otherwise, your head will start pounding at that very moment...
I wait for it to develop. And it doesn't! Moreover, there is no scent either. Absolutely nothing after about forty minutes. So, from the moment of application, you just endure the stench, and after half an hour, it doesn't smell like anything)) Great, the torture was not long-lasting. God forbid using this elixir in the summer, it would knock out both yourself and those around you.
Result: no development, no longevity, no trail.
There's nothing more to write about. If forty minutes of burnt rubber brings pleasure to someone, you are truly cool! I, on the other hand, have put the bottle away, I'll bring it out when mosquitoes come. Hopefully, someone will find it useful.
Bergamot starts with its power and dizzying trail. There's so much of it that it seems like there are no other notes in the perfume. On me, it quickly goes into the base, and there... You can get lost. The signature Guerlain base is enchanting. By the way, in the base, you can smell the same vanilla as in the aged classic Mon Guerlain (I have both, they are identical in the base). The longevity is average, considering it's a "monster," but it suits me fine. I apply no more than one spray on my collarbone. The trail is very pleasant. My husband, without knowing that it's my new Shalimar, said it smells expensive and very sexy (I'm 31, he's 35 years old). I don't hear any grandma's, grandpa's, or other trunks. Undoubtedly, lovers of Imperatrice, Bright Crystal, and similar fragrances are unlikely to appreciate Shalimar, but if you hear it once and like it, then that's it... Any other perfume will always be compared to the greatness and power of this classic.
I bought it here, but back in winter. Prestigious, expensive, legendary scent, but very sharp start! Definitely worth testing! Apply it at least an hour before going out, as the rubbery notes overpower the rest. But when it unfolds, it's beautiful, in my opinion, with a dominant bitter vanilla... I sleep in it.
I am trying this fragrance for the first time and I immediately hit the mark. It is a divine classic that will never go out of style. I love oriental scents and I understand that Shalimar will become a favorite. I can smell incense and some spices in it, such a cozy fragrance.
I finally received my package from the EU. I am familiar with the scent and I love it. It didn't immediately appeal to me, but I liked it from the second sample. It's something magical, unusual, yet cozy and warm at the same time. The batch code is fine, not expired. Thank you to the store for the festive mood!
I really love the scents of this brand, I slowly test and try them on myself. Currently, my favorite is "Elysian Fields". I decided to buy the famous "Shalimar" - I didn't dare to buy the perfume, but I'm very satisfied with this version! It reminds me of Eastern incense. I once bought vanilla aroma sticks, and it's very similar! I'm very happy that I took the risk, even though I bought it without testing it first. I caught myself smelling my wrist and enjoying it until the evening after testing it.
I have heard conflicting reviews, but I really wanted to have Shalimar in my perfume collection. It is suitable for a special occasion or mood, a preliminary test is mandatory.
I didn't buy it here, but!! I decided to write a review. Oh, this is love at first sniff. The scent is multifaceted, complex - it reminds me of an Eastern fairy tale, but without overpowering sweetness. There are hints of spices and bitterness. The longevity is excellent, it lasts the whole day on me. The jar is small, but it lasts a long time.
Oh my wonderful Shalimar!)) What a beautiful perfume!! Timeless classic and beauty. Of course, these are understood by those girls who appreciate complex and serious scents. I also have the Eau de Toilette, so now I can compare. I liked the Toilette more. It is not as long-lasting as the Perfume, there are fewer ingredients, no incense and patchouli, it is more delicate, calmer. I can smell jasmine, rose, and powdery vanilla. Very delicious). The bottle is a separate compliment). It is simply perfect, a magically enchanting creation. This is my elixir of dreams coming true)). Luxurious perfume! Thank you, Make up!!!)))
TV resistant, at first the smell may seem outdated, incomprehensible, but it's worth wearing it for a couple of hours and it's just delight) a very unusual scent, suitable for any time of the year.
I have always been amazed by reviews about the lack of fragrance longevity, but now this fate has befallen me as well. I have come to the conclusion that I need to be cautious when ordering products from the EU. However, even Shalimar cannot last on clothes for more than an hour, and even then, it barely hangs on. In order to anticipate a response about personal perception, I conducted an experiment - one spray of Shalimar on clothes ordered from the EU, and another spray on clothes purchased elsewhere. The difference is colossal.
"I regret ordering the toilet version instead of the perfume one... Maybe it will settle down... but still, it's disappointing! I tested it in the boutique, and the scent was fantastic, but this is just a pathetic imitation. I do not recommend it!"
I liked the smell of the cologne. It's unusual. After reading reviews, I decided to buy a sample first. The scent is expensive and complex. It definitely won't go well with a jacket and sneakers (as it was mentioned in the reviews). I waited for the cologne from the EU for a few days. I hope this scent will become my favorite. Thank you, MAKEAP.
Hello! I received the water and was very disappointed, you can only smell one incense, like an aroma stick. The scent is completely different)))
Interesting, why is the pyramid of this fragrance truncated? I can clearly smell leather, suede, lots of citrus, especially in the top notes. In the base, it has a balsamic and vanilla scent... I can also smell incense. Why isn't it mentioned in the pyramid? In the perfume's description, all these notes are listed.
Overall, this is a special perfume for me, for a special occasion that hasn't come up yet. Because I can't bring myself to wear it with a down jacket and sneakers, even if they are the most expensive ones. I'm waiting for the right moment and I walk around sniffing this elixir from the bottle.
First, I bought Shalimar Cologne because I had heard persistently about creosote (railroad ties) in the classic version. Shalimar Cologne is certainly beautiful, but Shalimar TV is just mind-blowing. I can't break it down into notes, I just wear it and enjoy it. I will definitely buy the EDP as well.
I bought a 50 ml bottle of this fragrance. The initial notes remind me of "Zvezdochka" for about 5 minutes, then it develops into a beautiful bouquet. It lasts for about 3 hours on my hot skin, which tends to make perfumes fade quickly. If you want to try it, don't hesitate, it should definitely be in your collection!
P.S. My husband is crazy about it.
Took a blind buy and it's simply a hit in the heart. Beautiful, deep, and warming scent, without excessive sweetness. At first, it smells like lemon pie, and in the base, I can detect frankincense and leather.
Favorite water) It won't suffocate, won't get boring, collects compliments from both guys and girls. It's hard to say what it smells like... a hint of smoke, lemon jam with a touch of bitterness, and a light powder. The scent is expensive and presentable. Lighter than perfumed Shalimar, especially for the summer. I give it a 5.
My beloved Shalimar! I chose it specifically in the TV version - it is quieter than the PV (and in my opinion, it is most similar to Shalimar Initial L'eau, which has already been discontinued). For me, this fragrance is definitely for summer evenings by the sea. It is very powdery and delicate, despite the fact that it may initially give off a bitterness of medicinal drugs, but after 10-15 minutes, a subtle floral sweetness appears. Very complimentary.
Received my order. Thank you for the gift. Pleasant... I checked the batch code and barcode, everything is clear. The scent is simply amazing, I don't know how to describe it to convey my feelings, but I will try. I got the 50ml size. On my nose, I can clearly smell bergamot, cedar, mandarin, frankincense, and musk. I will now apply this fragrance and go for a walk with my son. I really want to wear it for an autumn stroll. I definitely recommend it, as I ordered it based solely on reviews and I was not mistaken. I previously had a sample of Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial - I liked it, so I decided to take a risk, as it is impossible not to have such a fragrance in your collection. Yes, since I was not familiar with it before, I chose the classic version in eau de toilette, but I think I will also try it in perfume. Definitely get it, you won't regret it.
The scent is beautiful, I liked it! I was very disappointed with the longevity of the toilet water. I can only smell it on myself for a couple of hours, then nothing... The scent also doesn't last on clothes at all. Unpleasant.
Wonderful perfume! I have Shalimar Cologne and I also bought this TV. If we compare these two options, then Cologne is still absolutely feminine, but TV is quite unisex. The longevity of TV on my cold skin is half a day, later only a quiet incense remains.
The scent is beautiful. There is no point in describing it, as it has already been described a hundred times. The composition of the fragrance greatly influences mood: it gives confidence, romanticism, and passion.
To understand and love it, one must first be independent from stereotypes. If it feels suffocating and sharp to you, then call all spices and ethers suffocating and sharp.
Many people have complaints about frankincense. The Guerlain perfume house is not to blame for the fact that in our countries, Orthodox churches smell like frankincense. And for our people, the final notes of this fragrance evoke corresponding associations.
I received the package very quickly, thank you to the store! The scent is new to me, my daughter had it and I wanted to try it too, but it has a very strong frankincense note, which is not for me.
Got my 30 today! A masterpiece classic. Everything is as it should be. 100% original. There's no point in describing this fragrance. It's like telling a hungry person about delicious food. Those who have never tried it - it's better to take a sample or try it in the store.
It's a shame that they didn't include a sample or any other gift. After all, it is thanks to samples that we learn about new fragrances and other products.
I got a sample of this fragrance. I absolutely didn't like it, it's heavy, overly sweet, and intrusive. In the first few minutes of application, there are some distant notes of freshness, but then they disappear and all that's left is a suffocating blend of smells. The same opinion was shared by my husband, my mom, and those around me. Maybe I, of course, haven't "grown up" to appreciate this scent, but apparently, neither have others. I used it once and immediately washed my clothes because otherwise, I couldn't get rid of the smell. However, the longevity is astonishing. :)
Sharp, not tasty, and thank God, not long-lasting scent!
I discovered Guerlain Shalimar by chance while watching French cinema. I took a risk and bought it without testing it first. At first, when I sprayed it on my wrist, I was disappointed - I could smell citrus notes, which I can't tolerate, and a hint of vanilla. But I decided to give it another chance the next day by spraying it on my clothes and hair. And I fell in love. It has rich oriental spices, but they are not overpowering. I fell in love.
I have long dreamed of this fragrance..fantastic, dizzying, with a lingering scent, it reveals new notes as time goes on..thank you, makeup.