Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau

Notes, performance and price

Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau is a feminine citrus, vanilla, fresh spicy and iris fragrance, released in 2012.

It opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Orange and Neroli, a heart of Iris, Hyacinth, Jasmine and Freesia, and dries down to Vanille and Tonka Bean.

On skin it lasts around 7 hours, projects 6/10, leaves 5/10 sillage.

Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 3 scent-matched alternatives to Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau.

• L'Erbolario Ibisco

  Shares a similar powdery floral warmth reminiscent of Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau, featuring soft vanillic touches.

• Vivienne Westwood Let It Rock
• Guerlain Habit Rouge L'Eau

Frequently asked questions about Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau

What does Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau smell like?

Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau is a feminine citrus, vanilla, fresh spicy and iris fragrance, released in 2012. It opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Orange and Neroli, a heart of Iris, Hyacinth, Jasmine and Freesia, and dries down to Vanille and Tonka Bean.

How long does Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau last?

On skin, Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau lasts around 7 hours on skin, projects 6/10, leaves 5/10 sillage.

What smells similar to Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau?

The closest alternative to Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau is L'Erbolario Ibisco with an estimated similarity of 80%. AltScent tracks 3 scent-matched alternatives.

Which Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau dupe is cheapest?

L'Erbolario Ibisco, at about $50 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 60% less than Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau.

Which Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau dupe lasts longest?

Guerlain Habit Rouge L'Eau, at about 6h on skin, against about 7h for Guerlain Shalimar Parfum Initial L'Eau.

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