Shalimar L'Essence vs Shalimar Millésime Iris
Shalimar L'Essence and Shalimar Millésime Iris overlap 49% in notes and accords; 2 notes appear in both. Voters pick Shalimar L'Essence mostly for winter and Shalimar Millésime Iris for autumn. Shalimar L'Essence rates higher with the community: 8.6/10 against 8.3/10 for Shalimar Millésime Iris.
At a glance
| Shalimar L'Essence | Shalimar Millésime Iris | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Guerlain | Guerlain |
| Release year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Rating | 8.6/10475 votes | 8.3/10362 votes |
| Longevity | 8.0/10 | 7.9/10 |
| Sillage | 7.4/10 | 7.3/10 |
When to wear
| Shalimar L'Essence | Shalimar Millésime Iris | |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn | 39% | 39% |
| Winter | 39% | 36% |
| Spring | 17% | 19% |
| Summer | 5% | 6% |
| Shalimar L'Essence | Shalimar Millésime Iris | |
|---|---|---|
| Evening | 27% | 26% |
| Nighttime | 26% | 23% |
| Casual | 18% | 21% |
| Daytime | 16% | 16% |
| Office | 12% | 13% |
Notes
In both
- Bourbon vanilla
- Bergamot
Shalimar L'Essence
Only in this one
- Iris
- Ethyl vanillin
- Vanilla
- Rose absolute
Shalimar Millésime Iris
Only in this one
- Rose
- Iris pallida
- White musk
Accords
Shalimar L'Essence
- Floral
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Spicy
- Oriental
- Powdery
Shalimar Millésime Iris
- Floral
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Spicy
- Oriental
- Powdery
Frequently asked questions
Which one lasts longer?
Their longevity is about the same: 8.0/10 for Shalimar L'Essence, 7.9/10 for Shalimar Millésime Iris.
Which one projects more?
Their sillage is about the same: 7.4/10 for Shalimar L'Essence, 7.3/10 for Shalimar Millésime Iris.
Which one suits winter better?
Both suit winter about equally: winter gets 39% of the season votes for Shalimar L'Essence and 36% for Shalimar Millésime Iris.
Which one is rated higher?
Shalimar L'Essence is rated higher: 8.6/10 against 8.3/10 for Shalimar Millésime Iris.
Which notes do they share?
Notes found in both: Bourbon vanilla, Bergamot.