Shalimar Eau de Parfum — Guerlain
Eau de Parfum (EDP) from Guerlain.
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At a glance
† cited to the sources listed at the foot of this page.
- What it smells like†
- Amber, Sweet, Citrus, Floral, Woody, Spicy · Eau de Parfum (EDP). The house lists Bergamot, Flowers, Iris.
- Best fit†
- Wearers report reaching for it most often in winter and autumn.
- Performance
- Reported long wear; reported to project strongly. These are wearer reports from 9 venues.
- Current formulation†
- Reports differ on changes between bottles — Recent owners often describe substantial wear, but comparisons with older versions differ. Guerlain US lists formula #22876, while a retailer publishes a different disclosure. These current web records do not establish the dates or sensory effects of historical changes.
- Evidence
- Drawn from 36 independent reports across 9 venues.
- Full bottle
- Check the current price at Amazon
Scent description (editorial impression)
To some reviewers the sharp bergamot opening reads rubbery or animalic before the softer vanilla arrives; beneath it lie powdery vanilla and tonka, smoky leather and resin.
Drawn from 36 independent reports across 9 venues.
Notes and fragrance details
- House
- Guerlain
- Perfumer
- Jacques GuerlainShalimar Eau de Parfum — official product page
- Notes (as listed, untiered)
- Bergamot, Flowers, Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Vanilla, Balsam notes, Tonka beanShalimar Eau de Parfum — official product page
- Why no pyramid
- Guerlain lists eight materials without tiers, including the broad term flowers. That wording is retained without naming additional flowers.Shalimar Eau de Parfum — official product page
- Current formulation
- Reports differ on changes between bottles — Recent owners often describe substantial wear, but comparisons with older versions differ. Guerlain US lists formula #22876, while a retailer publishes a different disclosure. These current web records do not establish the dates or sensory effects of historical changes.Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Basenotes
- Concentration
- Eau de Parfum (EDP)
- Category
- Luxury
- Scent families (Scentorian)
- Amber, Sweet, Citrus, Floral, Woody, Spicy
Sources are linked beside the details they document. We omit details we could not verify. Note lists describe a scent; they are not ingredient lists. House sources most recently read 2026-09-03.
Questions and answers
What does Shalimar Eau de Parfum smell like?
To some reviewers the sharp bergamot opening reads rubbery or animalic before the softer vanilla arrives; beneath it lie powdery vanilla and tonka, smoky leather and resin.
Drawn from 36 independent reports across 9 venues.
What are the notes in Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
Guerlain publishes a note list for Shalimar Eau de Parfum without tiers.
- Notes (as listed, untiered): Bergamot, Flowers, Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Vanilla, Balsam notes, Tonka bean
- Why no pyramid: Guerlain lists eight materials without tiers, including the broad term flowers. That wording is retained without naming additional flowers.
Notes describe the scent; the ingredient list is on the packaging.
Browse other fragrances by these notes: Bergamot, Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Tonka bean, Vanilla.
How long does Shalimar Eau de Parfum last, and how strong is it?
Reported long wear; reported to project strongly. These are wearer reports from 9 venues.
Thirteen of 36 counted reports describe more than seven hours of wear and eight describe under six. The opening is divisive, with sharp citrus, smoke or rubber impressions before a powdery vanilla drydown.
Your experience may vary with the amount applied, the weather and your skin. How we assess wearer reports.
Has Shalimar Eau de Parfum been reformulated? Is today's bottle the same as older ones?
Reports disagree about the extent or effects of changes to Shalimar Eau de Parfum.
Recent owners often describe substantial wear, but comparisons with older versions differ. Guerlain US lists formula #22876, while a retailer publishes a different disclosure. These current web records do not establish the dates or sensory effects of historical changes.
Every fragrance's reformulation verdict, in one list: Reformulation watch.
How can I tell whether a bottle of Shalimar Eau de Parfum is the current formulation?
A batch code alone does not tell you which formula is in a bottle.
To check a particular bottle, ask Guerlain or the retailer about its batch code. Owners' side-by-side comparisons are not confirmation from the house.
What does the concentration label on Shalimar Eau de Parfum mean?
Shalimar Eau de Parfum is sold as Eau de Parfum (EDP), a label generally used for a higher fragrance concentration than eau de toilette.
No body standardises these labels, so one does not tell you how long a scent lasts or how far it carries, and versions sold under the same name can differ.
Who composed Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
Shalimar Eau de Parfum was composed by Jacques Guerlain, according to Guerlain.
What fragrance family is Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
We file Shalimar Eau de Parfum under Amber, Sweet, Citrus, Floral, Woody and Spicy.
These are Scentorian's browsing categories; Guerlain may describe it differently. Browse by family.
Where can I buy Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
Shalimar Eau de Parfum is available from Amazon, linked on this page. Scentorian has a commission arrangement with these retailers and may earn a commission if you buy through a link, at no extra cost to you.
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What season is Shalimar Eau de Parfum for?
Wearers most often reach for Shalimar Eau de Parfum in winter and autumn.
Drawn from 10,100 independent reports, all from a single venue. This is one venue's view; our usual minimum is ten reports across two venues.
Browse: Winter fragrances, Autumn fragrances.
How does Scentorian know this about Shalimar Eau de Parfum?
Each detail on this page links to its source: note lists and published credits come from Guerlain, and wearer reports come from the venues named in the sources list.
Drawn from 36 independent reports across 9 venues.
Where to buy
| Retailer | Seller type | Size | Link | Link checked | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Marketplace | 90 ml | Check current price | Not yet verified | Sold via a marketplace listing — the seller may not be the brand or an authorized retailer. |
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When wearers reach for it
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Autumn fragrances
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Shalimar Eau de Parfum is filed under
Amber
Warm accords often built around resinous, balsamic or vanilla notes.
Sweet
Sweet notes such as vanilla, tonka and caramel, with or without a distinct food association.
Citrus
Scents of citrus peel and juice, such as bergamot, lemon and grapefruit.
Floral
Flower notes, from a single rose or jasmine to a mixed bouquet.
Woody
Wood notes such as cedar, sandalwood and oud, as well as woody facets of vetiver.
Spicy
Spice notes such as cinnamon, cardamom, clove and pepper.
Sources
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — official product page — Guerlain
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Amazon — Amazon customer reviews
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Basenotes — Basenotes, read in aggregate
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on FragranceNet — FragranceNet customer reviews
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Fragrantica — Fragrantica, read in aggregate
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Macy's — Macy's customer reviews
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Nordstrom — Nordstrom customer reviews
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Notino — Notino customer reviews
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Parfumo — Parfumo, read in aggregate
- Shalimar Eau de Parfum — wearer reports on Reddit — Reddit, read in aggregate