L'Origan
CotyCologne1905
Side by side
L'Origan vs. Shalimar
Shalimar wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| L'Origan | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 1905 | 1925 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | François Coty | Jacques Guerlain |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
L'Origan
Fresh Spicy
Warm Spicy
Woody
Sweet
Amber
Citrus
Aromatic
Powdery
Shalimar
Amber
Citrus
Woody
Balsamic
Vanilla
Powdery
Leather
Smoky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotPeachCorianderBlack Pepper
BergamotBlossoms
Heart
VioletAfrican Orange FlowerRoseJasmineYlang-YlangNutmeg
IrisJasmineRose
Base
BenzoinCoumarinSandalwoodVanillaCivetCedarwoodMusk
VanillaBalsamic notesTonka bean
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| L'Origan | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
This fragrance doesn't announce itself. It arrives quietly, stays long, and leaves an impression that lingers past the last spray. The powdery warmth at the base is the thing people remember.L'Origan
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
| L'Origan | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | — | $120.00ecosmetics |
| 3 oz | — | $145.00ecosmetics |
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