Shalimar L'Essence
GuerlainEau de Parfum2018
Side by side
Shalimar L'Essence vs. Nari Vimala
Shalimar L'Essence rates higher with the community.
The essentials
At a glance
| Shalimar L'Essence | Nari Vimala | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | — |
| Launched | 2018 | 2025 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Delphine Jelk | Nutt Wesshasartar |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Shalimar L'Essence
Vanilla
Amber
Powdery
Iris
Sweet
Balsamic
Musky
Violet
Nari Vimala
Powdery
Sweet
Coconut
Vanilla
Savory
Green
Lactonic
Tropical
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotAlmondIncense
Pandanus leafOrris Root
Heart
IrisAmberMyrrhRose
Jasmine riceCoconut MilkBanana LeafVanilla
Base
Madagascar VanillaMuskTonka BeanBenzoinLeather
CaramelSandalwoodPaperPowdery Notes
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Shalimar L'Essence | Nari Vimala | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| 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
Banana in coconut milk is a bold dessert to build a perfume around. Rice adds an unexpected savory edge that keeps it from sliding into pure dessert territory.Nari Vimala