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Shalimar vs Shalimar L'Essence

Guerlain Shalimar (Eau de Parfum) perfume bottle

Guerlain

Shalimar

Guerlain Shalimar L'Essence perfume bottle

Guerlain

Shalimar L'Essence

Shalimar and Shalimar L'Essence share 4 of their 9 notes (44%). Shalimar lasts longer: longevity 8.5/10 against 8.0/10 for Shalimar L'Essence. Shalimar projects more: sillage 8.0/10 against 7.5/10 for Shalimar L'Essence.

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At a glance

ShalimarShalimar L'Essence
BrandGuerlainGuerlain
Release year19862025
ConcentrationEau de ParfumNo data
Rating
8.0/101,000+ votes
8.5/10100+ votes
Longevity
8.5/10
8.0/10
Sillage
8.0/10
7.5/10

When to wear

Seasons
ShalimarShalimar L'Essence
Winter38%39%
Autumn37%39%
Spring17%17%
Summer8%5%
Occasions
ShalimarShalimar L'Essence
Evening34%27%
Nighttime32%26%
Casual14%18%
Daytime12%16%
Office7%12%

Notes

4 of 9 notes in both (44%)

Only in Shalimar

  • Blossoms
  • Jasmine
  • Balsamic notes
  • Tonka bean

In both

  • Bergamot
  • Rose(Rose / Rose absolute)
  • Iris
  • Vanilla(Vanilla / Bourbon vanilla)

Only in Shalimar L'Essence

  • Vanillin(Ethyl vanillin)

Accords

  1. Floral: Shalimar, Shalimar L'Essence
  2. Sweet: Shalimar, Shalimar L'Essence
  3. Spicy: Shalimar, Shalimar L'Essence
  4. Oriental: Shalimar, Shalimar L'Essence
  5. Citrus: Shalimar
  6. Gourmand: Shalimar L'Essence
  7. Woody: Shalimar
  8. Powdery: Shalimar L'Essence

Frequently asked questions

Which one lasts longer?

Shalimar lasts longer: longevity 8.5/10 against 8.0/10 for Shalimar L'Essence.

Which one projects more?

Shalimar projects more: sillage 8.0/10 against 7.5/10 for Shalimar L'Essence.

Which one suits winter better?

Both suit winter about equally: winter gets 38% of the season votes for Shalimar and 39% for Shalimar L'Essence.

Which one is rated higher?

Shalimar L'Essence is rated higher: 8.5/10 against 8.0/10 for Shalimar.

Which notes do they share?

Notes found in both: Bergamot, Rose (Rose / Rose absolute), Iris, Vanilla (Vanilla / Bourbon vanilla).

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