Shalimar: the history of the first amber fragrance
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2003: the world took its first breath of Oeillets Rouges DSH Perfumes. Conceived and brought to life by perfumer Dawn Spencer Hurwitz.
Country of origin — the United States, and that already says something about the quality. Oeillets Rouges DSH Perfumes unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The composition of Oeillets Rouges is built as a cohesive olfactory arc, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The creative approach of DSH Perfumes comes through in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail.
When the structure is mixed the fragrance opens as a single chord with a expressively spicy mood: Amber, Bergamot, Clove, Grey Ambergris, Nutmeg, Spices and Vanilla. Here 7 notes sound as one coherent layer, creating piquant dynamism that keeps the opening compact and balanced.
The heart and base are read as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
The olfactory framework is built around these accords: Citrus, Floral, Amber and Spicy without random overlap. Background accords such as Mineral expand the olfactory volume in the background.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Balsamic, Citrus, Floral and Animals. The palette also extends to Spicy and Gourmet.
In summary Oeillets Rouges sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. These are the fragrances best experienced on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | DSH Perfumes |
| Segment | Artisanal perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.dshperfumes.com |
| Year of production | 2003 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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