Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia is a fragrance for women by Guerlain that was launched in 2021. It is a limited edition fragrance that is 80% Shalimar spliced with 20% expensive niche bakery vanilla like Lira or Tihota. The fragrance is described as an amber vanilla fragrance and is a delightful "à fleur de peau" fragrance. The key ingredients of the fragrance include:
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Vanilla: Guerlains iconic vanilla vibrates with carnal sensuality throughout this exceptional Millésime. All thanks to vanilla beans of the highest quality, harvested in Madagascar.
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Bergamot: Shalimars iconic olfactory signature leaves an enchanting scented trail accented with bergamot.
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Iris: Showcased in the heart of this limited edition Millésime, the precious iris takes Shalimar’s legendary seductiveness to all-new heights, and infuses it with unprecedented delight.
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Incense, woods, and musk: The base of the fragrance is mostly vanilla, with a powdery vibe, and a little bit of incense, woods, and musk.
The fragrance has received mixed reviews, with some describing it as sweet and others describing it as powdery. The bottle of Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia pays tribute to the original Shalimar bottle designed for Jacques Guerlain by his nephew Raymond Guerlain in 1925. Guerlain is committed to preserving biodiversity, innovating sustainably, acting for the climate, and creating a positive social impact.
