Guerlain 2009 EDP

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Shalimar (2009 Limited Editions)

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Guerlain Shalimar (2009 Limited Editions) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009. Shalimar (2009 Limited Editions) opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Iris, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Guerlain's Shalimar (2009 Limited Editions) carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This isn't just a perfume, it's an experience. Shalimar is a legend for a reason, but be warned: this isn't for the faint-hearted. It opens with a bold, almost challenging blast before settling into a warm, sensual embrace. Definitely a 'love it or hate it' scent.
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  • Confident
  • Sensual
  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
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Shalimar (2009 Limited Editions) Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Iris48%
Jasmine27%
Rose25%
Baseas listed
Vanilla100%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Winter
Also Works:
Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent opening and strong vanilla-powdery sillage make it too imposing for office wear. However, its deeply sensual and elegant character makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, though some might find it too heavy for casual daytime use.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Shalimar opens with a sharp, invigorating hit of bergamot, almost medicinal to some, that quickly mellows into a creamy citrus. The heart blooms with elegant iris, delicate rose, and a touch of jasmine, weaving a powdery floral veil. As it dries down, a rich, seductive vanilla dominates, creating a warm and utterly sensual aura that lingers in the air.

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