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Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau

2012 · For women · Citrus & Fresh

Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau by Guerlain was launched in 2012, a citrus & fresh fragrance for women. Its accord profile is led by citrus, vanilla and fresh spicy. Key notes: Iris, Hyacinth and Jasmine.

At a glance

Dominant accordscitrus, vanilla, fresh spicy
Key notesIris, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Freesia
Community rating4.12/5 from 3,944 votes

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Accord profile

citrus16%vanilla12%fresh spicy10%iris10%floral10%powdery10%aromatic8%white floral8%sweet8%green7%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Shalimar Parfum Initial l'Eau, launched in 2012, is a lighter, more citrus-forward interpretation of the Shalimar lineage. The opening bursts with bergamot, grapefruit, orange, and neroli, creating a sparkling, fresh-spicy introduction. As it settles, a complex floral heart emerges: iris, hyacinth, jasmine, freesia, rose, and lily-of-the-valley. This bouquet is powdery and delicate, with iris lending a cool, almost cosmetic elegance. The base is a soft blend of vanille and tonka bean, providing a creamy, comforting foundation that never becomes heavy. The fragrance family is Oriental Floral, but the dominant accords are citrus (100%) and vanilla (75%), making it brighter and more effervescent than the original Shalimar. It suits collectors who appreciate a vintage-inspired scent with modern freshness, ideal for daytime wear in spring and summer. Those who find classic Shalimar too opulent will enjoy this airy, powdery-floral variant.

中文簡介

Shalimar Parfum Initial l'Eau 於2012年推出,係 Shalimar 系列中較輕盈、以柑橘為主導嘅演繹。前調由佛手柑、葡萄柚、橙同橙花組成,散發明亮清新嘅氣息。中調係複雜嘅花香:鳶尾、風信子、茉莉、小蒼蘭、玫瑰同鈴蘭,帶有粉嫩、優雅嘅胭脂感。基調以雲呢拿同零陵香豆為主,柔滑溫暖但唔厚重。整體屬東方花香調,但柑橘同雲呢拿比重最高,比原版 Shalimar 更清爽。適合鍾意復古香但想要現代輕盈感嘅收藏家,日常或春夏使用皆宜。

Reference data

HouseGuerlain
NameShalimar Parfum Initial l'eau
Launched2012
Marketed asFor women
Dominant familyCitrus & Fresh
Notes recorded12
Accords10

Quick answers

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What are the notes in Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau?

Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau by Guerlain: top notes are Bergamot, Grapefruit, Orange and Neroli; heart notes are Iris, Hyacinth, Jasmine, Freesia, Rose and Lily-Of-The-Valley; base notes are Vanille and Tonka Bean.

What accords does Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau have?

The dominant accords recorded for Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau are citrus (100.0%); vanilla (74.9%); fresh spicy (62.9%); iris (62.3%); floral (61.9%).

When was Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau launched?

Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau by Guerlain was first released in 2012.

What does Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau smell like?

Shalimar Parfum Initial l'eau is recorded as a citrus & fresh fragrance, centred on Iris, Hyacinth and Jasmine.

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