Elizabeth Arden 2008 EDP

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Red Door Shimmer

by Clément Gavarry

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Elizabeth Arden Red Door Shimmer is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Clément Gavarry. Red Door Shimmer opens with Pink Pepper, Pear, and Blackberry, settles into a heart of Peony, Lily, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Elizabeth Arden's Red Door Shimmer carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This flanker is a divisive beast: some find it a delightful, sparkling floral, while others are baffled by its strong pepper notes and poor performance. Definitely try before you buy, as 'Shimmer' means different things to different noses.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Sensual
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Red Door Shimmer Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its moderate longevity means it won't overwhelm an office, yet the sparkling, warm character makes it suitable for dates and formal events. While some find it too strong for casual wear, others appreciate its versatility, especially in cooler weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Red Door Shimmer opens with a juicy burst of pear and blackberry, sharpened by a prominent pink pepper that gives it a fizzy, almost champagne-like quality. As it settles, a floral heart of peony, lily, and gardenia emerges, adding a creamy, feminine touch. The drydown offers a soft, warm embrace of amber, sandalwood, and tonka bean, underpinned by a subtle musk and vetiver, aiming for a sophisticated, sensual finish.

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Where to buy

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3.4 fl oz (100 ml) 1 offer
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