Guerlain 1925 EDC

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Shalimar

by Jacques Guerlain

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Guerlain Shalimar is a Cologne launched in 1925, created by Jacques Guerlain. Shalimar opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, and Cedar, settles into a heart of Vetiver, Patchouli, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Guerlain's Shalimar carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is Shalimar for the modern punter; less of the classic heft, more of the sparkling, wearable magic. Despite being 'just' a cologne, it punches above its weight in presence and longevity. A must-try even if the EDP wasn't for you.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
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Shalimar Cologne 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and surprising longevity for an EDC make it versatile, though perhaps a bit too alluring for a conservative office. The rich amber and leather accords lend themselves perfectly to date nights and formal events, while its comforting warmth makes it a lovely casual choice.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Opens with a lively burst of bergamot and lemon, quickly settling into an elegant heart of powdery iris and subtle rose with a hint of earthy patchouli. The drydown reveals a rich tapestry of smooth vanilla, balsamic resins, smoky leather, and a whisper of civet, creating a creamy, mysterious warmth that lingers beautifully on the skin.

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