Enigma
Alexandra de MarkoffCologne1972
Side by side
Enigma vs. Shalimar
Shalimar rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Enigma | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 1972 | 1925 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Jacques Guerlain |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Enigma
Woody
Warm Spicy
Green
Amber
Aromatic
Floral
Fresh
Aldehydic
Shalimar
Amber
Citrus
Woody
Balsamic
Vanilla
Powdery
Leather
Smoky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Floral NotesIrisJasmineRose
BergamotBlossoms
Heart
Spicy Notes
IrisJasmineRose
Base
AmberMuskSandalwoodVanilla
VanillaBalsamic notesTonka bean
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Enigma | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Aldehydes are non-negotiable in this. If that vintage waxy lift isn't your thing, move on. If it is, Enigma rewards patience, complex, warm, and built to last well past midnight.Enigma
Shalimar is aldehydic history bottled, but it remains surprisingly Intimate on skin. The opening feels bright, the heart powdery and romantic, and the drydown is just plain cuddly.Shalimar
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Enigma | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | — | $120.00ecosmetics |
| 3 oz | — | $145.00ecosmetics |
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