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Shalimar L'Essence

2025 · For women · Sweet & Gourmand

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Accord profile

vanilla16%amber14%powdery13%iris10%sweet10%balsamic9%musky8%violet8%almond7%earthy7%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Shalimar L'Essence (2025) is a modern oriental that reinterprets the classic Shalimar structure with a focus on almond, incense, and iris. The top opens with almond and incense, brightened by bergamot. The heart weaves iris, ethylvanillin, amber, opoponax, and rose, creating a powdery, balsamic sweetness. The base anchors with Madagascar vanilla, musk, tonka bean, benzoin, and leather, delivering a deep, resinous finish. Collectors will appreciate the prominent vanilla (100%) and amber (87%) accords, balanced by powdery (80%) and iris (66%) nuances. This scent suits those who love gourmand orientals with a vintage soul, ideal for evening wear or cool weather. It's a worthy addition for Guerlain enthusiasts seeking a contemporary take on a timeless theme.

中文簡介

Shalimar L'Essence 係 Guerlain 2025 年推出嘅東方調女香,以杏仁、乳香同鳶尾花為核心。前調杏仁同乳香帶出微甜樹脂感,佛手柑增添明亮。中調鳶尾、乙基香蘭素、琥珀、沒藥同玫瑰交織,散發粉質同巴爾薩姆甜意。基調馬達加斯加雲呢拿、麝香、零陵香豆、安息香同皮革,深邃持久。主要 accord 包括雲呢拿(100%)、琥珀(87%)、粉質(80%)、鳶尾(66%)。適合鍾情經典東方調、追求現代演繹嘅收藏家,尤其喺晚間或涼爽季節使用。

Reference data

HouseGuerlain
NameShalimar L'Essence
Launched2025
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familySweet & Gourmand
Notes recorded13
Accords10

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