1925

The description of the perfume is oriental. In 1925, the world of perfumes changed forever. The Shalimar perfume was unveiled, created by Jacques Guerlain, to present a new style to the public - the oriental style - which would continue to amaze generations. Inspired by the legendary love story between Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal, and rich with luxurious vanilla notes, balsam, and musk, Shalimar marked a turning point: a bold, sensual, and unmistakably exotic fragrance for Western noses. This perfume is a tribute to this historic type of perfume; it is not an exact copy, but a reinterpretation of it. The fragrance draws its roots from the classic oriental composition, inspired by ancient scents while embracing the richness of raw and natural materials. The journey begins with radiant top notes of Calabria bergamot, sweet orange, and orange blossom, blended with warmth of cinnamon and coriander. Bright, warm, and slightly sweet, evoking the glowing dawn of a golden era. The heart of the perfume becomes more intimate, with the grand jasmine, lily, and ylang-ylang forming a rich and balanced floral core, supported by nutmeg and soft tanned leather. These notes celebrate the elegance of French perfumery in the early twentieth century, when flowers and spices harmonized perfectly. The essence of the perfume lies in its base: a deep, resinous blend of Portuguese labdanum, Peru balsam, and homemade musk extract, mixed with creamy richness of Indian sandalwood and vanilla extract. Together, these components form a warm, sensual, long-lasting aromatic base, reminiscent of the sweet smoky scent that characterized the first masterpieces of oriental perfumes. More than just a perfume, it is an aromatic love letter to a bygone era - when perfumes told stories of passion and distant lands, leaving behind a veil of mystery. Main ingredients: Calabria bergamot, sweet orange, cinnamon, coriander, orange blossom. Heart of the perfume: grand jasmine extract, lily extract, ylang-ylang extract, nutmeg, leather. Core ingredients: homemade musk extract, Indian sandalwood, Portuguese labdanum resin, Peru balsam, vanilla extract. Perfumer: Michael Salazar. Country: America.