Guerlain 2016 Parfum

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Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2016

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Guerlain Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2016 is a Parfum launched in 2016. Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2016 opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vanilla. Guerlain's Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2016 carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This 2016 re-release of Souffle de Parfum is a surprisingly subtle take on Shalimar, ditching the infamous 'burnt rubber' opening for a softer, more modern and pleasing wear. It's safe, elegant, and adored by its fans who rate it highly for its smooth blend of citrus, white florals, and Guerlain's signature vanilla.
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  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
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Shalimar Souffle de Parfum 2016 Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon40%
Mandarin33%
Bergamot27%
Heartas listed
Jasmine56%
Orange Blossom44%
Baseas listed
Vanilla58%
Musk42%

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:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its elegant and sophisticated blend of citrus, white floral, and vanilla accords makes it versatile for many settings. While it could be suitable for the office due to its balanced nature, its depth and subtle allure shine brighter in casual or date night scenarios. It's a touch too soft and refined for high-energy activities like sport.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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 bright, zesty burst of bergamot, lemon, and mandarin, immediately invigorating the senses. This fresh introduction gently recedes into a delicate heart of jasmine and orange blossom, offering a clean, airy floral sweetness. The dry down is a comforting embrace of soft musks and a rich, creamy vanilla that lingers beautifully, leaving a powdery, subtly sweet trail.

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