Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia

Shalimar Millésime Vanilla Planifolia is a refined and accessible interpretation of the classic Shalimar, centered around a rich, plush vanilla that softens the original's leathery, smoky, and animalic intensity. The fragrance opens with a bright, dried bergamot and a hint of almond, quickly giving way to a warmly powdery vanilla that dominates from mid-note onward. A subtle background of Shalimar DNA lingers—faint traces of leather, resinous balsamic notes, and a soft, smoky drydown—keeping it firmly tied to the original, though far gentler and more wearable. The wear evolves with a delicate balance between sweetness and dryness, avoiding cloying gourmand sweetness in favor of a natural vanilla extract quality with a faint boozy warmth. It settles into a near-skin scented, intimate aura with moderate longevity, lasting well into the evening and even resurfacing on fabric hours later. The sillage remains moderate to soft, never projecting far, but its presence is consistently felt. While the structure is linear with a strong vanilla core, the subtle shifts in the drydown—such as a hint of vanilla chai or the ghost of vintage resin—keep it from feeling one-dimensional.