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92/100

Guerlain

Shalimar Parfum

Parfum1925Jacques Guerlain

“Bergamot over floral powdery vanilla — Shalimar's 1925 parfum extrait, opulent vintage feminine masterpiece.”

Shalimar Parfum
vanilla
citrus
floral

The take

What works

  • ●1925 bergamot-floral-vanilla opulent timeless Shalimar parfum
  • ●Sophisticated mood-or-season independent feminine

Trade-offs

  • ●Modern batches lack vintage density
  • ●Rubbery-medicinal opening polarizes

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Notes

Top

Mid

Base

Performance

Longevity
8–10 hours
Projection
Across a table
Sillage
Strong trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, at night. Leans feminine.

When

  • Spring, 48%
  • Summer, 40%
  • Fall, 90%, best
  • Winter, 100%, best
  • Day, 55%
  • Night, 99%, best

Occasions

EverydayDate nightNight outSpecial occasion

Gender

Leans feminine

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Shalimar Parfum smell similar to?

Closest matches in our database: Guerlain Shalimar Eau de Toilette (82%), Le Labo Labdanum 18 (88%), Guerlain Shalimar Millésime Tonka (61%). Close siblings — adjacent compositions in the same family.

How long does Shalimar Parfum last?

8–10 hours on most skin (excellent longevity) with heavy sillage.

When should you wear Shalimar Parfum?

Shalimar Parfum is best in fall and winter, at night. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Shalimar Parfum worth it?

At this price, yes — and the gap to the next tier up is real. 1925 bergamot-floral-vanilla opulent timeless Shalimar parfum. Sophisticated mood-or-season independent feminine.