WS-G-1925

Shalimar Eau de Cologne

1925Men

amber up front, then citrus, settling into woody.

Shalimar Eau de Cologne by Guerlain is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women. Shalimar Eau de Cologne was launched in 1925. Top notes are Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin Orange and Cedar; middle notes are Iris, Vetiver, Patchouli, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Vanilla, Leather, Incense, Opoponax, Benzoin, Sandalwood, Peru Balsam,…

amber citrus woody balsamic

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Cedar
Heart· 2–4h
Iris, Vetiver, Patchouli, Jasmine, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Vanilla, Leather, Incense, Opoponax, Benzoin, Sandalwood, Peru Balsam, Civet, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

85%

73%

72%

61%

53%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall32%Winter28%Spring22%Summer18%Day56%Night44%Wears unisex53%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Shalimar Eau de Cologne smell like?

amber up front, then citrus, settling into woody. Dominant accords: amber, citrus, woody.

What notes are in Shalimar Eau de Cologne?

Top: Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Cedar. Heart: Iris, Vetiver, Patchouli, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Vanilla, Leather, Incense, Opoponax, Benzoin, Sandalwood, Peru Balsam, Civet, Musk.

How long does Shalimar Eau de Cologne last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Shalimar Eau de Cologne loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Shalimar Eau de Cologne best for?

Fall is the top pick (32%). Winter is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Shalimar Eau de Cologne?

Day wear leads at 56%. Night is a secondary pick at 44%.

Is Shalimar Eau de Cologne for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 53% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.