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Shalimar Ode de la Vanille Limited Edition to launch this year

post #1 of 101
7/13/10 at 8:09am
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I don't have a release date on this, but it's a Shalimar with vanilla.

Shalimar with Vanilla- Ode a la Vanille in new bottle Limited Edition

A unique composition of 2 types of vanilla Teinture de vanille from Mayotte
and Absolute de vanille from Madagascar. Created by Thierry Wasser and the bottle
designed by Jade Jagger 50ml 1.7Fl.Oz 110.00

Thanks to the wonderful Guerlain boutique personnel at the Palazzo for this!
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post #2 of 101
7/13/10 at 8:20am
OMG- Primrose- this is one flanker I think I am pleased to hear about. Shalimar plus more vanilla ! Jade Jagger is a good designer too so... this sounds great ! Thanks for this info !
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post #3 of 101
7/13/10 at 8:26am
Definitely something I am looking forward to trying!
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post #4 of 101
7/13/10 at 10:18am
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I had problems with some Guerlains and too much vanilla as in Oriental Brulant, Cuir Beluga and Chypre Fatale. I like the more subtle vanilla in Mouchoir, Shalimar and Habit Rouge.

I will have to try this.
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post #5 of 101
7/13/10 at 2:40pm
This new Shalimar flanker sounds good as I enjoy vanilla. Unfortunately I have more faith in the bottle designer than in the perfumer. Mr. Wasser still has not hit one out of the park, as they say in baseball, IMO. I hope it will be widely distributed. Still better, I hope it is a success.
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post #6 of 101
7/13/10 at 3:49pm
This sounds lovely!
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post #7 of 101
7/13/10 at 5:29pm
Now, see I would really like it if they would make a Shalimar spin-off with NO vanilla!

I guess they are hopping on the current "gourmand" fad.

Personally, I will always think of the early 21st century as the Dark Night of the Pastry-Scented Youth.
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post #8 of 101
7/13/10 at 9:27pm
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Originally Posted by N_Tesla View Post

This new Shalimar flanker sounds good as I enjoy vanilla. Unfortunately I have more faith in the bottle designer than in the perfumer. Mr. Wasser still has not hit one out of the park, as they say in baseball, IMO. I hope it will be widely distributed. Still better, I hope it is a success.

Nick, although I am not a fan of some of Wasser's perfumes, Quand Vient la Pleuie is simply beautiful and I am enjoying his Cologne de Perfumeur.

A lot of people were not impressed with Guerlain Homme, but Asha gave me a sample of the more concentrated version (I can't recall what the name is "Guerlain Homme something or other) and it was very beautiful. Of course this is only my humble opinion and of course I liked Guerlain Homme the original anyway.
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post #9 of 101
7/14/10 at 5:37am
OOOOOOH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't.Wait.To.Try!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WRT to Thierry Wasser's creations, I'm with Arwen Elf on Quand Vient la Pluie -- absolutely beautiful -- and I am loving Cologne du Parfumeur. The latter is a delight, IMO refreshing without being screechy or synthetic smelling, and is quite a departure for me as I favor mostly orientals and gourmands.
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post #10 of 101
7/14/10 at 7:14am
Wow! Sounds delicious.
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post #11 of 101
7/16/10 at 6:23am
Yet another one to buy un-sniffed! What could be more delicious, more GUERLAIN than a rendition of Shalimar with more-more-more vanilla? Can't wait 'till October now...
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post #12 of 101
7/16/10 at 6:50am
Sounds lovely! I hope it does well !
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post #13 of 101
7/16/10 at 7:50am
Shalimar Legere in reverse? Count me in as very curious.
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post #14 of 101
9/4/10 at 3:42am
I saw a visual of this today... we can expect a lovely presentation of the Jade Jagger bottle in a rather special box. I'm on the waiting list... will be on counter here in Aus November 7th.
The notes accompanying the visual I've read mentions that the 'leather'(?) aspect has been reduced, and the 'gourmand' aspect amped up!
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post #15 of 101
9/5/10 at 5:14am
Here is a pic:

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post #16 of 101
9/5/10 at 10:24am
Interesting...
we'll have to wait and see how we'll compare it with other vanilla-centered fragrances.

cheers
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post #17 of 101
9/5/10 at 4:39pm
So, since it is in the new EdP bottle, I guess we can assume that the new fragrance is EdP strength?
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post #18 of 101
9/5/10 at 9:39pm
LOVELY! can't wait till October! I dream about an EdP version of Laurent's Light

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Originally Posted by Sorcery of Scent View Post

Here is a pic:

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post #19 of 101
9/6/10 at 4:45am
Will this one be limited to Guerlain stores or will be more accessible?
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post #20 of 101
9/6/10 at 5:52am
It will roll out to most stores Rick. Trust me, if Perth, Australia is getting it, practically everyone is getting it
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post #21 of 101
9/6/10 at 6:02am
More vanilla???
I already think Shalimar has way toooo much vanilla! (yes, I know it's sacrilege to say so)
I think Cathodera has an intriguing idea... Shalimar without vanilla... hmmmm...
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post #22 of 101
9/6/10 at 7:55am
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Originally Posted by FrouFrou View Post

More vanilla???
I already think Shalimar has way toooo much vanilla! (yes, I know it's sacrilege to say so)
I think Cathodera has an intriguing idea... Shalimar without vanilla... hmmmm...

Yes. I like Shalimar very much indeed, but I find it extremely vanillic as it is and wouldn't want more of that particular note. Oh well, one lemming less!
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post #23 of 101
9/6/10 at 8:36am
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Originally Posted by Sorcery of Scent View Post

Here is a pic:


That is gorgeous and so is the box !
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post #24 of 101
9/6/10 at 12:04pm
I really like both the bottle and the box!
thanks for the picture
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post #25 of 101
9/6/10 at 1:56pm
Any news on when this will hit Canada? I think Shalimar with extra vanilla will be perfect & cannot wait to sniff it...
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post #26 of 101
9/6/10 at 2:03pm
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Personally, I will always think of the early 21st century as the Dark Night of the Pastry-Scented Youth.

ROFLMAO! Your rapier wit scores again!
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post #27 of 101
9/7/10 at 6:47am
Obviously, I'm aware that the creamy ethylvanillin is the star ingredient of Shalimar, but I have always associated it more with patchouli, opoponax, even clove. I immensely enjoyed Shalimar Light for making the vanilla itself stand more naked. I dream of a Shalimar with vanilla intensely highlighted, soft, strong and delectable.
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post #28 of 101
9/7/10 at 7:43am
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Obviously, I'm aware that the creamy ethylvanillin is the star ingredient of Shalimar, but I have always associated it more with patchouli, opoponax, even clove. I immensely enjoyed Shalimar Light for making the vanilla itself stand more naked. I dream of a Shalimar with vanilla intensely highlighted, soft, strong and delectable.

Totally agree. I love Shalimar, but I think a little more vanilla will make it even better. Can't wait to try this.
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post #29 of 101
9/7/10 at 8:41am
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Originally Posted by Mr. G View Post

Obviously, I'm aware that the creamy ethylvanillin is the star ingredient of Shalimar, but I have always associated it more with patchouli, opoponax, even clove. I immensely enjoyed Shalimar Light for making the vanilla itself stand more naked. I dream of a Shalimar with vanilla intensely highlighted, soft, strong and delectable.

I am now dreaming the same! Sigh....
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post #30 of 101
9/7/10 at 4:59pm
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Originally Posted by Sorcery of Scent View Post

It will roll out to most stores Rick. Trust me, if Perth, Australia is getting it, practically everyone is getting it

As long as it arrives on ebay and some seller ship it to me, I don't mind if brazilian stores didn't get it lol
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post #31 of 101
9/24/10 at 1:27am
Just came home from Paris and numerous visits to the Guerlain boutiques. And went home with Shalimar Ode Ã* la Vanille. First of all, beautifully packaged! Then the scent: First impression is indeed a more gourmand Shalimar as advertised, unquestionably Shalimar but with a more luxurious and silky smooth, less musky feel. Also less powdery and funnily less sweet. Not as lush as Spiritueuse Double Vanille, but with the same kind of boozy-rich vanilla drydown, just in a drier form. And luckily, it's typical guerlinade-Guerlain, far removed from the L'Art et la Matière line's subtle and recherché "niche" scents - great job, Wasser! Wealthy in calories, this will be less everyday than classic Shalimar (which is good because there is only 50 ml there). More impressions will follow...



PS: Took a few pics in the shop, among them the standard one.
PPS: I was shown the new collector's edition of La Petite Robe Noire, a 1.5 litre version in the most exquisite heart-shaped stopper bottle and black satin presentation imaginable! But I couldn't take a picture of it

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post #32 of 101
9/24/10 at 2:47am
Stunning snap, Mr G!
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post #33 of 101
9/24/10 at 4:44am
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Originally Posted by Mr. G View Post

Just came home from Paris and numerous visits to the Guerlain boutiques. And went home with Shalimar Ode Ã* la Vanille. First of all, beautifully packaged! Then the scent: First impression is indeed a more gourmand Shalimar as advertised, unquestionably Shalimar but with a more luxurious and silky smooth, less musky feel. Also less powdery and funnily less sweet. Not as lush as Spiritueuse Double Vanille, but with the same kind of boozy-rich vanilla drydown, just in a drier form. And luckily, it's typical guerlinade-Guerlain, far removed from the L'Art et la Matière line's subtle and recherché "niche" scents - great job, Wasser! Wealthy in calories, this will be less everyday than classic Shalimar (which is good because there is only 50 ml there). More impressions will follow...



PS: Took a few pics in the shop, among them the standard one.
PPS: I was shown the new collector's edition of La Petite Robe Noire, a 1.5 litre version in the most exquisite heart-shaped stopper bottle and black satin presentation imaginable! But I couldn't take a picture of it


By what you described it seem like a luxe, refined version of the already great Shalimar. I think i`ll need one of this beauty
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post #34 of 101
9/24/10 at 5:48am
I ordered mine 2 weeks ago. Can't wait for them to ship it out. Sounds like it will be a winner, just wondering if I should have bought 2 bottles since its only 50ml. Great picture Mr.G!

Cheers!
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post #35 of 101
9/24/10 at 7:33am
Is it already available in any store that sells online?
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post #36 of 101
9/24/10 at 7:41am
I ordered mine from the Guerlain store in Vegas. I haven't seen it online yet.
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post #37 of 101
9/24/10 at 7:46am
Oh my goodness ! It looks beautiful ,classy and I love the packaging.
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post #38 of 101
9/24/10 at 1:32pm
Ulrik - is the 'new' SODLV bottle have a blue tinted cap (or is that just the picture)?
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post #39 of 101
9/24/10 at 4:13pm
I must have this!
Hopefully it will be available online soon. Sounds like the perfect X-mas present to self.
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post #40 of 101
9/24/10 at 4:36pm
I finally got to try this today, the Guerlain boutique in Toronto had just got it in. I like it...def still Shalimar but somehow softer. The vanilla rounds the powdery accord but I'm not sure it is different enough for me to get it. I love Shalimar but don't wear it so I'm not sure if I'd wear this.

I had been sniffing all afternoon though so I will revisit it tomorrow when my nose is fresh. The box, bottle and presentation is LOVELY. I went in for Jicky edp...didn't get anything...we'll see tomorrow I guess!
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post #41 of 101
9/25/10 at 8:03am
Eh - say what Mike? It has the normal blue tinted plastic cap, yes.

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Ulrik - is the 'new' SODLV bottle have a blue tinted cap (or is that just the picture)?
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post #42 of 101
9/25/10 at 8:09am
Ode Ã* la Vanille is quite faithful to the original's spirit, and I guess one has to really know and love every detail about the original to appreciate the difference. I'd even say it's recommended to sniff side-by-side in the beginning to get to know it. When I do that, I clearly sense how more pure and silky Ode's vanilla is, how much less musky it is, that is smells more in the direction of bitter chocolate, and that it's less powdery. One surely doesn't "need" it because it's not that different, that is, unless one is a Shalimar lover and collector
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post #43 of 101
9/25/10 at 3:06pm
New impressions from the drydown: Definitely more straight-out gourmand vanilla than original Shalimar. That swayingly musky vibe which otherwise defines Shalimar is significantly downplayed. Makes for an even more "wearable by men" Shalimar.
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post #44 of 101
9/25/10 at 3:21pm
Good hear Mr.G. I can't wait for it. Hopefully my order will be shipped soon. Guerlain store in the Palazzo is pretty prompt with its deliveries.

Cheers!
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post #45 of 101
9/25/10 at 5:51pm
I want!
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post #46 of 101
9/25/10 at 7:00pm
Shalimar + extra vanilla? Are you kidding ~ SIGN ME UP!
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post #47 of 101
9/26/10 at 7:22am
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Originally Posted by Primrose View Post

I don't have a release date on this, but it's a Shalimar with vanilla.

Shalimar with Vanilla- Ode a la Vanille in new bottle Limited Edition

A unique composition of 2 types of vanilla Teinture de vanille from Mayotte
and Absolute de vanille from Madagascar. Created by Thierry Wasser and the bottle
designed by Jade Jagger 50ml 1.7Fl.Oz 110.00

Thanks to the wonderful Guerlain boutique personnel at the Palazzo for this!

Is this the Shalimar in the bottle designed by Jade Jagger that is for sale exclusively at Harrod's? It doesn't say "Ode a la Vanille" on their web site. I would love to have a bottle of the vanilla variation so I hope it does get sole in the Guerlain boutiques as Harrod's can't export perfume and I'm in the States.
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post #48 of 101
9/27/10 at 5:26am
I tried this yesterday and couldn't see the point at first. The SA in Harrods told me that they had made it less smokey and powdery so I had a big old moan because those are the aspects of Shalimar that I love. Then the boozy vanilla dry down came through....................................I was hooked.

I'm hoping Harrods will let me order this by phone because it's not on their website. Any ideas whether it will have wider distribution in the UK?
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post #49 of 101
9/28/10 at 6:56am
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Originally Posted by Candy Perfume Boy View Post

Any ideas whether it will have wider distribution in the UK?

I too am interested in this and wonder if it will have wide release in the UK. Is it actually out now or is there a release date soon?
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post #50 of 101
9/30/10 at 4:50pm
Looks like this has been postponed till mid October . Just read it on Perfumeshrine.
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post #51 of 101
9/30/10 at 5:17pm
This is a bit of a let down. But still its only a couple of weeks to wait. Wonder why they are delaying it?
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post #52 of 101
10/2/10 at 1:34am
I tried it yesterday at the Champs Elysee boutique - very nice. I found it to be very dry and spicier than the original. Too bad about the price as I would love to buy a bottle of it. As a footnote, I tried Le Dandy and I was very impressed. First impressions are that it's similar to Habit Rouge extrait.
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post #53 of 101
10/2/10 at 2:19am
Harrods have stocked it for a copuple of weeks.
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post #54 of 101
10/2/10 at 11:09am
I've been wearing my sample for a week now and think I have to own it. At $120 for 50ml of a LE I guess it just doesn't seem that bad to me? The presentation is sooo pretty and it's different enough from Shalimar.

Mr G it really DOES seem less musky, dusty and powdery than the original. It's so smooth and seamless, beautifully composed in my humble opinion. Elegant.
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post #55 of 101
10/2/10 at 11:19am
I cannot wait.
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post #56 of 101
10/2/10 at 11:47am
I can't wait to sniff this one, sounds nice!
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post #57 of 101
10/2/10 at 11:55am
anybody knows if it's anywhere online for sale?
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post #58 of 101
10/2/10 at 2:45pm
The "new" Shalimar is just perfect and was probably reformulated (maybe the formula was not changed but the materials seem to be of better quality)

Ode Ã* la Vanille needs to be smelled attentively to perceive the differences with original Shalimar; the most noticeable differences are in the drydown: Ode is smoother but not sweeter and of course is more vanilla
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post #59 of 101
10/2/10 at 2:54pm
I am one of those who cannot imagine Shalimar with more vanilla. But I love SL Bois de Vanille, so who knows?
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post #60 of 101
10/5/10 at 6:33am
They had this in Debenhams today for £61.50 no testers available however , I was almost tempted .....
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