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SyavaK – :
“Hi, My name is Jill, and I’m a Shalimar addict.”
I have two bottles of this version, a current version (the batch code indicates it was manufactured in 2016), and a bottle I found during a leisurely inspection of my local thrift store. It was nearly full and priced at $10.99 for the 30 ml bottle. I had not, until that moment, swooned.
Basic googling leads me to believe the vintage is from 1996–not very old, but old enough to differ from the current version.
The top notes are a bit off, a bit musty—they lack the astringency of fresher batches’ bergamot blast, but Shalimar is not a one trick pony by any means, and the dry down is still unbelievably decadent vanilla-opoponax-leather-iris glory. It clouds around in a whisper of powder and smoky, non-candy sweetness.
In general, EDT differs from the EDP and extract, but retains the structure of the fragrance. It is more citrus forward, and the leather seems to balance the vanilla in this strength (I find the higher concentrations are heavier on the gorgeous smoky vanilla). The civet is less pronounced as well, which some who are trepidatious about that note may prefer.
The EDT still performs phenomenally, but in a softer, rounder way. Better for everyday wear, maybe, because EDP is a beautiful beast.
Shalimar is always beautiful, timeless and perfect to me. This formulation is no exception.
masikor – :
This is an shortened review I wrote 12 years ago on Makeup alley but wanted to share it here as well. Shalimar EDT is my signature fragrance, and after reading the below you’ll see why:
I have fallen in love. I enjoy Oriental fragrances, and was inspired to purchase this after reading the reviews. Upon first spray of the EDT, I was immediately struck by the loudness of the bergamot note. I am a fan of bergamot, and I actually have bergamot essential oil so this was neither shocking nor offensive to me. But didn’t have the complexity that I wanted in a perfume. So I waited.
My commute to the office takes at least an hour, so happily, when I arrived at work the top notes were long gone. I was left with a luscious smokey vanilla, somewhat powdery, somewhat spicy, very warm and sensuous. Reminds me of Emeraude, which my mother owned, but not as sharp-edged. More rounded, more mellow, very soft but present. A very in-the-moment fragrance, that lingers and develops all day. I’ve had it on today for 10 hours, and while it does not shout my entrance as I move from room to room, it remains like a cloak around me. It stays near me, with my skin rather than on it. It clothes me. It envelopes me like a shawl or a favorite sweater.
I will not discard my beloved Chanel No. 5 but it now goes to the back of the line as I delight in the wonder and enchantment that is Shalimar.
T4P – :
Begins with a strong leather smell and astrigent citrus hint. Even after several hours, I smelled no sweetness or vanilla in this. Great lasting power and an obvious classic, but not for me. Has a very masculine vibe.
Xeroxicwtt – :
I have vintage EDT one, don’t know the year…
It is gorgeous, warm, deep, calming scent, classic and always modern. The vanilla in this one is truly beautiful
max43135 – :
As a dinosaur with the wisdom that comes with it, remember that words like old ladyish and youngish are only one person’s subjective opinion. As a really old person, I have the old classics as well as the Viva La Juicys in my collection and I enjoy them all. Shalimar is a nice classic fragrance that goes with the jazz age, upscale restaurants, theater, opera and country club afternoons. It is in a class along with the great Chanel #5, and Joy. There is a reason why all 3 are still around while many fad fragrances are gone. Shalimar brings back a time of gentility, dignity, self respect. My face may have wrinkles but that’s just the outside shell. My soul that lives inside is ageless.
Algyzen – :
Your review cracked me up, alittlebrittle. Thanks for the lighthearted dig at those who, through ignorance and arrogance, disdain their elders and criticise fragrances which fall outside current fashion. Fragrances are not age specific. They might invoke an era, but that doesn’t mean that wearers are stuck in the past. Wear what you like, when you like, and rock it!
There is no better way to refute any argument that fragrances from a bygone era belong to seniors, when considering Shalimar EDT. The fact that Guerlain continues to bring out exceptional flankers means that Shalimar in all forms remains current, yet classic.
Now, where did I put my magnifying glass so I can read the next review. Oh, dear, it must be somewhere….
Prizrak145 – :
No review of the always-wonderful Shalimar, just a simple plea:
PLEASE, for the love of Christ(ian Dior), can we stop using the phrase “old lady”? I was going to state “in a derogatory manner”, but that’s not necessary, as this term is ALWAYS executed in this way, and I’m weary of it.
I get how we’ve got the whole world in our hands when we’re young. It’s part of discovering who we are, where our place is, but take it from one who sees more and more of the “old lady” she’s going to be, in her reflection as well as behaviour, and she’s not some cardigan & Yardley’s talc-wearing old dearie in suntan support hose & orthopedic shoes, sporting a practical short perm and toting a pocketbook full of Werthers Original Toffees, next to her knitting, senior bus pass, and a Reader’s Digest crossword puzzle.
For one thing, I prefer the NY Times crossword, although it’s rather difficult, and for another, SO WHAT if I DO become this person in 30 years? I already have far too many balled-up tissues in my bag, and some stray candy that’s escaped its wrapper, and there isn’t a damn thing wrong with being her, if that’s who I choose to be. I don’t think I’ll like to be called an old lady, and may not appreciate people assuming I smell of one thing or another, but most of all, I hope that I’m so wise, loved & secure by that time, my consequent state of contentment won’t allow me to give a fig either way, but it’s still not okay.
I’m not being Susie Snowflake here, longing to be heard from some didactic, self-satisfied platform of smug, nor do I care to be the voice of one group or another. I’m simply tired of seeing this term, and it’s particularly grating considering how “aware” & accepting everyone is clamouring to appear in our current cultural environment.
Please adopt some new phrasing, such as “vintage”, “powdery”, or perhaps even, “mature”, although I’ve considered fragrance to be ageless since I wore Opium at 17, Shiseido Zen at 15, and Mitsouko at 20. Maybe a fragrance is “like those favoured by women in the mid-century”, I don’t know, perhaps it’d do some good to remember that Rei Kubokawa, 70-ish creator of Comme des Garçons, and Grace Coddington, 80-something style editor for Vogue are great examples of why “old lady” has to finally be put to rest.
And if you keep saying it, I’ll find you, and smack you in the head with my coupon book ; )
Oh, and Shalimar is one of my favourite vanilla-based fragrances. Everyone who loves perfume must sample it at least once in their lifetime!
*Did I state “simple plea”? *giggle*
vicsTiliflins – :
I find Shalimar positively intoxicating. While I love it on its own, I have recently taken to layering the EDT version with Habit Rouge EDT. Through the shared vanilla note Shalimar retains its exquisite powdery vanilla and floral character but with an accentuated warm orient temperament of orange blossoms and ambery leather in the base. The whole being very velvety and sensual. As tastes change I feel that Shalimar is surely a unisex fragrance and one that men should try.
ICEBERG13 – :
I’m a huge fan of vanilla and i am not a fan of shalomar at all . Don’t go into this expecting a traditional vanilla scent because it’s not. I’m not saying it’s a bad fragrance it’s just not my style. It has that baby powder quality to it, not as bad as Oscar or number 5 but it has that quality to it
traveler – :
I’ve recently gotten rid of all of my other perfumes and am focusing on only collecting Guerlain. Shalimar was one that I was sure I was NOT going to love. It just seemed so old lady-ish based on reviews Ive read. However, I decided to give it a try and now I LOVE it.
On first spray and wet there is something so strong that I dont like: maybe the leathery notes. I dont get the citrus at all in this.
But within an hour and on the dry down this becomes this soft, powdery scent. It’s like a warming resin incense. It makes me think of temples I visited in Asia.
The dry down keeps changing, first its warm vanilla, than its this firey fesin and ends in a bouquet of flowers.
I defnitely get the amber, vanilla and tonka bean in this.
SoulSeller – :
this is nothing like the vintage, very resinous and creamy; lots of citrus in the top that burns off to pure tonka
pvv56 – :
Powdery warm hugs in flowy navy dresses and warm wind passing through our hair as we stare at each other and embrace the moment that shall never return.
cool9991982 – :
this perfume smells like a heavy talc powder my grandma used to use. I hated that smell -and stil hate it- and when I first sprayed, I returned to those times with a bergamot blast.
Generally powdery perfumes are a big no for me because they trigger my migrene unfortunately, and that perfume is, too :/
After 5- 6 hours, it turns to a good vanilla scent but I do not have that kind of patience to spray it on my clothes and wait the good vanilla comes up. Maybe I should do it at night and wear it in the morning 😀
xyh546speagoessenda – :
If you find a vintage bottle………….. oh my goodness….so worth it !
appenohesHone – :
This is vanilla. Forget every scent you know. This is pure, natural, the pure bean. Straight from the forrest.. Not sweet. Creamy. Rich. Human. Blended with citruses and some luxurious make up. Voila. Don’t be afraid of it’s age. This is the refined and glamorous version of these gourmands of nowadays… The scent of love.
barkov1 – :
@ JacquieDS Reformulations are not a Troll but a real issue. Perfumes are (over)reformulated due to restrictions, reglementations and greed. The less it stays or smell the more you’ll buy it over and over again but they tell you it’s for your safety and health. Not their wealth…
It’s worst when real creations, icons of the perfume industry and history are modified to please the crowd and young nostrils.
😉
Slavik7a7 – :
A work colleague gave me a 30ml used edt in the pre 2010 bottle. It smells a lot stronger. Can anyone comment?
hunterlock – :
I finally got on the Shalimar bandwagon. Don’t know why it took me so long. Shalimar EDT is really beautiful and elegant! Powdery, verging on dusty, sweet vanilla and soft florals with a hint of what I think is leather in the opening. It certainly has a vintage character but is absolutely timeless in my opinion. I always thought that all the rave reviews were a little too good to be true, but it definitely lived up to my expectations. Shalimar is a classic for a reason! I love it!
kuzma1985 – :
Sold in 60 seconds
I was at the Guerlain boutique in Las Vegas two weeks ago. I was lucky enough to speak with the Guerlain store manager Juliette F. Juliette was very helpful and knowledgeable. This boutique has a large selection of both current and classic Guerlain fragrances. I sampled many of these fragrances with Juliette’s help. All of the Guerlain fragrances are lovely. The last perfume I tried was Shalimar. Amazing! Shalimar literally had me at hello. I had my credit card out in less than 60 seconds. I was going to purchase a single bottle but Juliette found a Shalimar 3 piece gift set that was the same price as a single bottle. Juliette also mailed me 10 samples of other Guerlain fragrances. I am now a loyal Guerlain customer. This boutique is definitely worth visiting. It is located at the south end of the Grand Canal Shoppes in Las Vegas. Do ask for Juliette F. if you visit. Enjoy the journey. J
motor-5000 – :
I am not really crazy about the top notes in this (citrusy)… But the dry down, oh yes. It reminds me of my vanilla incense sticks (vanilla + incense = two of my favorite things in life)!
This is such a delicate, powdery but smokey vanilla. I really need to try the edp as soon as I can! I’m sure I’ll love it too.
rostis77 – :
I bought the EDP first and tested the EDT in a dept store, I fell in love with the EDT instantly, so I bought one.
The edp and edt smell very similar, but the edp is louder and more potent, it has a deeper, sharper opening note like rubber?? The edt is very beautiful, it’s softer but still strong (2 or 3 sprays are enough) and lasts a long time on my clothes. The insence or leather are not so intense like in the edp, edt went to drydown pretty quick which are my favorite notes, powdery vanilla. I bought both edp and edt because it’s Shalimar. I would wear edp just for a special occasion because it’s heavier, one spray is enough, and edt for bed time which is still beautiful but softer, it helps me to relax at night.
Dinar2412 – :
#1 Shalimar Eau de Toilette is my Shalimar of choice during the Summer when both the EDC and EDP are a bit too heavy. It’s bright and sparkly, but not in the sherbet way that Shalimar Cologne is (one that, alas, I do not enjoy). As far as scents that I can see being closest to the vintage, this and the EDC are what I’d say are. In saying that, though, this scent is still remarkably strong (although you can’t really over apply it)
It reminds me quite strongly of a handmade cleaning product my mother used to use which, funnily enough, contained citrus rind and vanilla with a bit of alcohol of some variety along with violet essential oil. The story of love and beauty that inspired this scent can be well felt. It’s warm, it’s sensual and it’s romance. All wrapped up into one.
danilobagro – :
So this is Shalimar….wow poetry in a bottle. Complex unusual fragrance. It floats about you intoxicating, dreamy, sexy and comforting. In love.
marmasetko2010 – :
There’s something ultra seductive about Shalimar.
She’s serious sexy, glamorous and classy.
She’s raw , intense so love her from a distance.
She reminds you that before you seek a lover in a man, be a lover to yourself….
For how can you enjoy others unless you know how to enjoy yourself?
IssuemeRero – :
I’m a little hesitant to write the images that this scent evokes in me, since I’m obviously experiencing the fragrance from a rather different viewpoint. But for what it’s worth…
For me this scent evokes images of burning wood. Wood burning in a sauna or a hamam, or in an autumnal forest. I think that for some reason I experience the aromatic aspect of this scent the strongest. There is citrus -quite a lot of citrus in fact – but to me this serves to make the sauna/hamam image even stronger. If you have ever sat in a sauna, where the wood (used for the benches) is still giving out resin, I think you smell what I smell. The same goes with a hamam, not with a eucalyptus, but with a more citric perfume. I smell very little flowers and only a little vanilla. For me this is the smell of aromatic relaxation. Also for some reason the smell of autumn.
EDIT: Bought Shalimar Souffle de Parfum – I’m taking babysteps into the world of Shalimar 🙂 – and to my great surprise I very much prefer Shalimar EDT. I agree with those reviewers who say that Souffle is a different perfume altogether, not even a second cousin to Shalimar. I find that Souffle lacks almost all the aromatic qualities of the EDT, that to me, make the scent interesting. I guess I’m ready for the EDP next!
ejk534speagoessenda – :
I love shalimar,it is a citrus opening that turns into the most amazing powdery vanilla fragrance.It smells beautiful.It is a very comforting scent especially if you like baby powder.Rating 10/10
djsaw – :
It’s funny that many seem to be baby powder from this. I do not get baby powder at all! If this is what baby powder smells like now, I’d gladly douse myself in it :).
I get Shalimar’s vanilla mostly with powdery aspects from the iris. I pretty much love all iris scents so maybe I’m biased because I seek out iris in a lot of fragrances and don’t find it to smell exactly like baby powder although it is a powdery note. Everyone’s noses are different though so just gotta test it out!
I personally enjoy powdery fragrances, but find this to be mostly vanilla like I said. It’s not smoky like the original, which I also enjoy, but think this is more wearable. I think a teacher could pull this scent off very well since it is kind of motherly and comforting. I can see snuggling up to a blanket that smells like this.
Although bergamot is the only citrus listed, I do get an underlying citrus blast when first sprayed, which is followed by the powdery vanilla. This reminds me of a soft vanilla cake without icing. Maybe I’m thinking of Angel Food or Pound Cake. Something along those lines. Just lovely! It’s even more cake-like (to me) when layered with Al-Rehab’s Choco Musk.
artem81_ – :
Let’s be clear, even if this stuff was the world’s no.1 man repellant, I would still love it and spritz it about my person with gay abandon. As it is, my boyfriend loves it so much that every time he smells something nice on me – something vanilla sweet and darkly smoky – he inhales deeply and says, “Mmm… is that Shalimar?”. This is such unusual behaviour for him. I can only conclude that his first olfactory experience with this was so powerfully positive that, now, every good scent is ‘Shalimar’. Not a bad response; not bad at all.
Bystrov – :
When I was young, I remember visiting a nursing home and there was an old woman there who smelled strongly of baby powder. It was weird and anachronistic to me. Why would an old lady wear baby powder? Well, I now realize that she wasn’t. I love powder fragrances- I own and wear many iris/orris centered scents and some are among my favorites… but this is too much of that and too little of everything else. It’s just pink powder. I have a powder scented deodorant that smells like it, and I don’t really want anyone thinking my perfume is my deodorant, or weirder yet, that for some reason I use baby powder. I understand why everything from deodorant to baby wipes to toilet paper is powder scented, because it is a nice scent. The problem is that it’s ubiquitous now. Perhaps what once was a special scent is now so over done that it can easily be mistaken for toiletry products rather than fine fragrance, and if I am buying nice perfume, I really don’t want to smell like the diaper section. I have yet to try the edp and I’m hoping that is different for me. If not, I’m perfectly happy with the Guerlains that do work for me: Shalimar PI, Samasara, Mitsouko, Vol de Nuit, and yes, even the powder bomb L’Heure Bleue. I’m still spoiled for choice!
ghjrehjh – :
@Phoebecat2017 — I like your take on Shalimar EDT. I can understand how you feel and I respect that. You should try Shalimar EDP; totally different.
—-Hear me out! I am guy and I had to have a piece of history in my collection! But boy, I found what I was asking for! Shalimar EDP is temperamental, unrepentant, rich with no shame. Give it a try, it might grow on you. Yep, I am a guy and sometimes I wear Shalimar, just for my personal satisfaction (I can be selfish some days).
Alexvostok – :
I can’t wear Shalimar – not because I don’t like the scent though. Shalimar, to my untutored nose, smells soft and delicate and feminine and I love it. It was the only scent my aunt would wear and every time I smell it, I think of her. I feel like a pretender wearing it, like I’m not worthy.
It’s a ridiculous idea, but I can’t rid myself of it. It was Rita’s scent, and even though she’s been gone for eleven years, it’s STILL her scent. Shalimar is a mature scent, a woman’s scent, not a girl’s. But, it retains a light feel – a powdery feminine one like I imagine Jane Austen would wear.
It doesn’t fit a modern woman well, and for that reason too, it is not the scent for me. It’s soft spoken and sweet and demure.
picasso3107 – :
I have AVOIDED Shalimar for years and years. Years ago,my nose was not ready for many scents…and I own some of those today. I fell in love with Shalimar Parfum Initial and Shalimar Initial L’Eau….so…I thought I needed to re-explore the original Shalimar..but..step by step…lol…So, I decided to go for the EDT rather than the EDP. I am LOVING this EDT !!! Amazing !
So…next step…is to get the EDP version asap.
And..a new bottle of the new Mon Guerlain,my bottle is almost 1/2 gone…sigh…Cheers to Shalimar !!
nanotell – :
Smells like Shalimar EDP basically, just less intense. I would rather just have the EDP, as the EDT fades pretty quickly and doesn’t have very great sillage like Shalimar EDP. I love this EDT… of course.. and I certainly wear it. But I don’t see a big difference as others do. I actually still pick up animalic scents. Strange, considering they’re not in there. This is definitely softer, and more vanillic. But there’s still something there giving it that “different” vanilla scent. Whatever it is, I love it. I’ve had people tell me i smell like a french whore…. and oh how very offended I get! But at least it was a french one, lol. I guess that’s the reputation Shalimar has (at least where i’m from,) but they can all go kick rocks. None of them even know what a French whore smells like. And who cares even if it does.. ?? To each their own. I love it. And Shalimar is genius, and a classic, always!
Jekz – :
I’m a fan of Shalimar and all it’s flankers. If I had a signature, Shalimar would be it. This EDT version is a lighter softer version. It lacks some of the complexity of the EDP, but it still is very beautiful. I’m trying to figure out why they just didn’t makes this another Flanker instead of calling it the EDT. It’s not the same formulation by any means. The sillage is average as is the longevity. Shalimar is a classic beauty that easily transforms into modern day. It’s a fragrance that stands the test of time. On me this fragrance opens of smoke w/ leather and a blast of citrus. It’s a sweet citrus, not bitter or real sour. It’s a refreshing citrus. It’s light and airy. After a bit, I get a pinch of floral and a nice dose of powder. A very soft, cozy powder. I don’t get much incense in this version. It’s sultry, and sexy. Shalimar never disappoints.
qfv982JeomiWogkig – :
This edt formulation seems to be something of a “lite” version of SHALIMAR and there are far fewer notes and nuances. They’ve left in some of the smoky and leathery notes and these are presented mildly throughout the progression. After dry-down, the powdery notes are more prominent. After 4 or so hours, the vanilla becomes more noticeable. Sillage is soft and longevity is very good.
My first impulse was to return it, but I gave it another wearing and decided that I wouldn’t have been so disappointed had it been marketed as a flanker with a name that describes its simplified character, such as “Abrégé “ (abbreviated). Once I’d accepted this edt for what it is, I decided to keep it, as it is soft enough to wear in very hot, sticky weather or in situations where sillage isn’t appreciated. (To be honest though, I probably would have returned it had I paid full price, but I used a bunch of store coupons, which brought my cost down to about $20.) I still very much prefer the edp and edc, which have kept to my idea of SHALIMAR despite the reformulations. SHALIMAR is one of my favorites and prior to this purchase of the current edt, my collection had already included the edp (modern), edc (both modern and 80’s vintage) and edt (90’s vintage).
Batch code 6P01 – manufactured 2016
LenseBlunse – :
Shalimar EDT seems to lack what I like in the EDP. The top notes smell like incense and leather, which is almost identical to the EDP. The heart notes seem to lack the oomph of EDP’s heart notes. It seems less wild, less voluptuous. Overall, the EDT is a bit thinner and lower sillage.
1234567890mx – :
It smells woody and different from EDP, I could feel only expensive warm vanilla, tonka bean and …leather(?) I was expecting complicated perfume of past era, but I got something very minimal, tasty and appropriate for today. Guys can wear Shalimar as well.
elf_ind – :
This is easily the most beautiful fragrance ever created. I love it. I adore it. I want to wear it every single day.
It is Shalimar EDP minus the animalic notes. I get a little bit of leather, just a tiny bit to make it a very deep and sensual fragrance.
It is amazing how you can smell very clearly the stages of this beautiful fragrance, and the next one is even better than the last.
My favourite part is the base… The vanilla in it is smoother and creamier and beautiful and deeper than in Shalimar edp.
Just… a gem of the perfume world.
Pleriogrera – :
I used to wear this in the 80’s all the time. Went through a few bottles. I tried it on tonight at the store, and after the drydown (which smelled WONDERFUL on the paper strip) all I got on my skin was powder. I asked my daughter and husband separately to see what they thought. They both said the exact same thing: “Baby powder!” I can’t see paying a lot of money to smell just like baby powder. It was so wonderful in the 80’s!
narfRapsina – :
I can’t believe I finally have this in my collection!!
I had built this up in my mind to be an old lady (please, do not be offended by this) powdery, mess of a perfume. I am not sure why I tried it but I did and so glad that I did!
This is quite honestly the best fragrance I have ever smelled and had the pleasure of owning. It is beautiful, light, creamy and gorgeous perfection. It is very wearable, lasts all damn day and smells amazing from start to finish.
This is not your average vanilla fragrance like some of the gourmand sweeties out there. This is powderly, fluffy light vanilla. Like a beautiful fluffy cloud like cake. Seriously, I could go on. It is so good I could eat it!
istihar – :
I’m happy to finally own a bottle of this iconic fragrance. I love this EDT version but would also like to try the EDP. This starts off very citrusy then quickly turns to a smoky incense and then dries down to a soft and warm powdery vanilla. So luxurious. It’s no wonder that Shalimar has remained popular for over 90 years. A masterpiece!
Meghan24 – :
The perfume version is more woody, leathery, smoky and creamy. This eau de toilette is a lot more modern and fresh. I love them both! Shalimar is a true luxury scent. It makes me feel like a queen.
poKJhvyuBJNKmk – :
I had to delete my original review and write a new one, having now spent some time with this unique, haunting, beautiful potion.
Shalimar!!!
She is soft, spicy, haunting, powdery, elegantly floral. Shalimar is the epitome of class and beauty; somehow, Guerlain managed to capture those things in a fragrance and further trap it in bottles for those seeking the scent of Heaven itself.
Classic, distinctive though familiar, she remains one of a kind though many have tried to emulate her. Effortlessly, Shalimar hovers high in the stratosphere above more mundane fragrances.
Shalimar is uniquely in a class of her own.
The Guerlain Vanilla note is (IMHO) the single best, most refined vanilla that exists. But every note is perfectly blended with the Vanilla having the most prominence to my nose but only so that it sits on top and beneath the other notes, embracing them like a rich, velvet cloak. Shalimar whispers and sparkles and haunts me even when I’m wearing some other scent. My mind, nose, my heart, always crave her more.
SHALIMAR!!!
If you tell me that you have never smelled Shalimar, I will cry with you. THAT is how perfect this fragrance is! Oh how I wish that I could find human words adequate to capture her beauty for you. I will always have and wear Shalimar and cannot imagine anyone not at least appreciating her beauty from afar if nothing more.
улитётка – :
Hot damn, I just got my hands on an 8.5 oz (250ml?) EDT in the big glass bottle (tear shaped kinda?), splash style, with a clear glass stopper, and I’m sooo giddy with happiness!
This is by far my fave EDT of Shalimar, and it has excellent potency and sillage. The overall smell of the EDP is preferred IMO tho… I love the deep dark incense, smoke, and leather in that. But this vintage EDT outlasts any of the Shalimar EDPs made in the last 20 years. I can’t stop hugging this giant bottle!
Much more citrus/bergamot and vanilla/powder in this. Lighter and fresher– but not by much because it’s still Shalimar! 😀
And yes, the EDT does smell like original 80’s Cabbage Patch Kids! <3
cthutq7730 – :
This is a lovely powdery scent. It opens up a little strong but shortly softens into a nice baby powder and incense type scent. I’m a man and I don’t really find this too feminine at all, but I don’t think it really works on me and my personality. Very nice fragrance for the right person. I have a Bottle of the EDT with box if anyone would be interest in a swap.
viktor1978 – :
I went to Dillard’s yesterday with strong intent of buying Shalimar body powder and the 1 ounce EdT. A wonderful sales lady with gorgeous red velvet lipstick and deep rich chocolate skin enticed me into buying the biggest bottle of EdT they had. I have never met a lady who enjoyed Shalimar as much as I do! If this scent was a person it would be her. It opens with a citrus note like the clinking of Moscato in wine glasses or a bubbly champagne. After several minutes its composition shifts to deep incense and vanilla, like a rich laughter. The base notes are soft, but ever present. Powder and comfort. A beautiful smile with crisp lipstick and a genuine heart. I absolutely love this.
Megdl380elipseskism – :
I have never tested the original Shalimar, so as soon as a chance to test a flanker of this perfume represented itself, I jumped on the opportunity and got a sample. The first spray really repelled and surprised me at the same time. I thought to myself; this is very ugly, I hate it! And it’s a very specific smell. It Smells Like… OH This is how my Grandparents home smelled when I was a kid! How can that be?! Huh?! OMG! Shalimar must have been my late grandma’s signature scent! She passed away 6 years ago.
Unfortunately, I don’t have very good childhood memories with my Dad’s parents and from that house… But testing this was an astonishing experience. I was only testing it on the paper, and I put it in the drawer after a few minutes because I disliked it very much. However, when I smelled it again after 2 days, the dry down was nice. I’m curious to let my dad smell this and see if he knew this was her fragrance.
rusm11 – :
I think this is the one I have but I thought the liquid was more pinky not the yellow, EDT anyway…yet to revi
artrit – :
Harsh opening on my skin. Soon transforms into halitosis. Sorry..not for me.
Bar_Klay – :
Begins with loud lime and citrus smells, next comes the bergamot, almost incense like, and then an eventual dry down leaving a rich musky vanilla–Shalimar is the kind of perfume where you can smell every stage of the transformation. It is a layered perfume with distinct and sophisticated stages.I am not usually a fan of vanilla but this scent might be worth it for the ride it takes you on.
vaa-kit – :
A perfume which is beautiful outside and inside. Very very sexy. Love it. One of my favorite.
Lexus0733 – :
Both my date night scent and my general daily wear scent. I can wear this almost any time of the year, but I find it performs better on a Summer evening or an Autumnal day.
Starts off mildly innocent, cloying. mellows down to a sensual ‘come hither, I’m waiting’ type of scent.
As a man, this is actually more of a turn on than a put off. It’s a succubus, but I kind of like being that sensuous guy in a crowd of fruitchulli. Attracts more men on me which, again, I have no issue with.
Strong citrus/ vanilla opening with a subtle lemon zest. Leather slowly enters afterwards. Florals more or less sweep in and out throughout the whole affair. It’s just a very pleasant ride.
I don’t usually wear fragrances for other people, but this usually pleases the dates.
vitos.bulgakov – :
What’s going on today? One of the biggest Shalimar haters in th