Guerlain 2009 EDP

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Shalimar Oiseau de Paradis

by Jacques Guerlain

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Guerlain Shalimar Oiseau de Paradis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Jacques Guerlain. Shalimar Oiseau de Paradis opens with Citrus, Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, 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 Oiseau de Paradis carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A divisive take on a classic, this 'Bird of Paradise' edition of Shalimar leans into its animalic roots more than its sweeter counterparts. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for those who appreciate a challenging, musky-powder profile over vanilla.
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Shalimar Oiseau de Paradis 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
Long (6-10h)
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

Built on citrus, amber and woody - a composition that sits best in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong animalic character and musky dry down, this isn't an office-appropriate fragrance. However, its sensual and luxurious quality makes it perfect for dates, formal events, and nights out.

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

Opening with a brisk burst of citrus, including sharp lemon and zesty bergamot, this fragrance quickly settles into a powdery embrace of iris and rose. The heart is grounded by earthy vetiver and patchouli, paving the way for a rich, complex base where animalic civet and smooth leather entwine with smoky incense, warming opoponax, and dry sandalwood. A hint of vanilla adds a touch of sweetness, but the musky, amber, and woody accords dominate.

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