The First Amber Fragrance in History
Description
Guerlain Shalimar is one of the most legendary fragrances ever created. Born in 1925 and inspired by the immortal love story between Emperor Shah Jahan and Princess Mumtaz Mahal — the same love that gave birth to the Taj Mahal — Shalimar is considered the very first amber fragrance in the history of perfumery. A landmark creation by Jacques Guerlain, it transformed the world of fine fragrance forever.
Fiery, sensual and deeply oriental, it opens with a burst of fresh citrus before unfurling into an opulent heart of iris, jasmine, rose and vetiver, finally settling into a legendary base of vanilla, incense, sandalwood and musk. A fragrance of desire, passion and timeless French elegance.
Key Benefits
✔ The first amber fragrance in history — a legendary creation since 1925
✔ Rich, sensual oriental with iconic vanilla, incense and sandalwood
✔ A fragrance of love and passion, inspired by the Taj Mahal
✔ Exceptional depth and longevity — a sillage that leaves a lasting impression
✔ Part of Guerlain's iconic Shalimar collection — a true heritage fragrance
How to use
Spray onto pulse points — wrists, neck and décolleté. Shalimar is a rich, enveloping fragrance best appreciated on warm skin. A little goes a long way — 2–3 sprays is sufficient for an unforgettable trail.
Product Details
Brand: Guerlain
Product: Shalimar
Size: 90 ml
Product type: Eau de Parfum
Fragrance family: Oriental Amber
Gender: For Women
Top notes: Citruses, Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin
Heart notes: Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Vetiver, Patchouli
Base notes: Vanilla, Incense, Leather, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Musk
Ingredients
Alcohol, Parfum (Fragrance), Aqua (Water), Limonene, Linalool, Coumarin, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citral, Benzyl Benzoate, Eugenol, Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, CI 19140 (Yellow 5), CI 14700 (Red 4), CI 60730 (Ext. Violet 2).
FAQ
Why is Shalimar considered historically significant?
Shalimar, created in 1925, is widely recognised as the first amber fragrance in perfumery history. Its vanilla-oriental structure influenced countless fragrances that followed.
Is the EDP richer than the EDT?
Yes. The Eau de Parfum is deeper, more intense and longer-lasting, with the warm vanilla and incense notes more pronounced than in the Eau de Toilette version.
Is this a good gift?
Shalimar is one of the most iconic and beloved fragrances in the world — an exceptional gift for any woman who loves deep, sensual and timeless perfumes.
