Guerlain Shalimar Eau de Parfum 30ml Spray is a portable take on Guerlain's legendary Shalimar feminine fragrance, presented in a handbag-friendly 30ml flacon. Originally launched in 1925 and composed by Jacques Guerlain, Shalimar is one of the most iconic Oriental feminine compositions in modern perfumery history — a true legendary classic.
About Guerlain
Guerlain is the legendary French perfume house founded in 1828 by Pierre-François Pascal Guerlain, with nearly two centuries of perfumery heritage. The maison has long been renowned for its use of luxurious and rare materials. Shalimar, composed by Jacques Guerlain in 1925, is widely regarded as the first true oriental perfume — inspired by the Mughal Indian love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal.
Fragrance notes
- Top: Bergamot, lemon, cedar
- Heart: Iris, jasmine, rose, vetiver
- Base: Vanilla, opoponax, tonka bean, sandalwood, musk, leather
Style and character
Shalimar is the iconic oriental feminine composition — sparkling bergamot opens onto a powdery iris-and-rose heart, settling onto a sumptuous vanilla-opoponax-leather base. The signature is sumptuous, sensual and legendary — one of the most influential and revered perfumes in history.
Who it's for
This 30ml eau de parfum suits women who love refined French heritage perfumery and classical oriental compositions. Particularly well suited to handbag carry and to those drawn to legendary classics with statement presence and history.
How to wear
- Apply to clean, moisturised skin after showering for best longevity
- Spray once or twice onto pulse points — inner wrists, neck and behind the ears
- Allow to dry naturally rather than rubbing in
- Carry the 30ml in a handbag for easy refresh
- Store away from direct sunlight to preserve the composition
Specifications
- Size: 30ml
- Format: Eau de Parfum spray
- Gender: For Her
- Fragrance family: Oriental
- Year launched: 1925
- Perfumer: Jacques Guerlain
- Brand: Guerlain
- Range: Shalimar
