Alternatives
Perfumes that smell like Shalimar
Shalimar by Guerlain (1925) is built around Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin, Jasmine. Here are the ten perfumes in our encyclopedia that come closest, with what each one shares and what sets it apart.
« Bright bergamot collapsing into smoky vanilla: the oriental every other oriental descends from. »
- 1
Guerlain · 1889
Jicky
Shared notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Rose, Jasmine, Iris. What differs: Lavender, Civet. Positioned as Unisex.
- 2
Guerlain · 2017
Mon Guerlain
Shared notes: Bergamot, Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Vanilla. What differs: Lavender, Carla Lavender, Sandalwood. Same family (Oriental).
- 3
Chanel · 1996
Allure
Shared notes: Mandarin, Lemon, Rose, Jasmine, Vanilla. What differs: Peach, Magnolia, Vetiver.
- 4
Lancôme · 1990
Trésor
Shared notes: Rose, Iris, Jasmine, Vanilla. What differs: Pineapple, Peach, Lilac. Same family (Oriental).
- 5
Parfums de Marly · 2015
Carlisle
Shared notes: Tonka Bean, Rose, Vanilla, Opoponax. What differs: Nutmeg, Green Apple, Saffron. Positioned as Unisex.
- 6
Guerlain · 1933
Vol de Nuit
Shared notes: Bergamot, Jasmine, Iris, Vanilla. What differs: Galbanum, Orange, Violet. Same family (Oriental).
- 7
Chanel · 2007
Coromandel
Shared notes: Iris, Rose, Jasmine, Vanilla. What differs: Bitter Orange, Neroli, Citrus. Same family (Oriental). Positioned as Unisex.
- 8
Parfums de Marly · 2009
Lippizan
Shared notes: Lemon, Bergamot, Jasmine, Rose, Iris. What differs: Clary Sage, Thyme, Tarragon. Positioned as Masculine.
- 9
By Kilian · 2007
Love Don't Be Shy
Shared notes: Bergamot, Iris, Jasmine, Rose, Vanilla. What differs: Pink Pepper, Neroli, Honeysuckle.
- 10
Xerjoff · 2015
Naxos
Shared notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Jasmine, Tonka Bean, Vanilla. What differs: Lavender, Honey, Cinnamon. Positioned as Unisex.
Frequently asked questions
Which perfume smells most like Shalimar?
Based on our analysis of fragrance pyramids, Jicky by Guerlain is the closest: it shares 7 notes with Shalimar, including Bergamot, Lemon, Rose.
What is an alternative to Shalimar from another house?
Allure (Chanel, 1996) picks up Mandarin, Lemon, Rose in a different interpretation.
Which other Guerlain perfume is similar to Shalimar?
At Guerlain, Jicky (1889) is the closest, sharing Bergamot, Lemon, Rose.
How is this ranking built?
We compare the top, heart and base notes of every perfume. Rare notes weigh more than very common ones like musk or bergamot; olfactory family and gender refine the score. Nothing replaces trying it on skin.