Shalimar L'Essence
GuerlainEau de Parfum2018
Side by side
Shalimar L'Essence vs. The Nirvana
Shalimar L'Essence rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Shalimar L'Essence | The Nirvana | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2018 | 2024 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Delphine Jelk | Alexander Lee |
| Best season | Winter | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Shalimar L'Essence
Vanilla
Amber
Powdery
Iris
Sweet
Balsamic
Musky
Violet
The Nirvana
White Floral
Floral
Musky
Citrus
Green
Fresh
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAlmondIncense
Mandarin OrangeBergamot
Heart
IrisAmberMyrrhRose
Black Tea
Base
Madagascar VanillaMuskTonka BeanBenzoinLeather
Ambrette
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Shalimar L'Essence | The Nirvana | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
This is not your grandmother's Shalimar. L'Essence takes the classic in a more abstract direction with incense and almond leading the charge. The vanilla is still there but draped in smoke and iris.Shalimar L'Essence
This is jasmine done in a warm, steam-like style, not synthetic. The citrus opens cleanly. The tea provides an astringent counterpoint to the florals.The Nirvana