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05 Paris-Shanghai Guerlain, brought to life in 2012, is positioned as a feminine fragrance, rooted in the wood and floral families. The author of this composition is Thierry Wasser, and that explains a lot. Part of the Voyages Olfactifs collection, available as eau de parfum.
It has a delicate sillage, staying close and personal. In terms of longevity, it sits at moderate — long enough to make a real impression. Produced in France, and you can feel it in every note. 05 Paris-Shanghai Guerlain unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has medium longevity and lasts on the skin for about 5-6 hours, gradually revealing its notes and leaving a pleasant impression
A subtle trail—just a hint of fragrance
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 05 Paris-Shanghai is built as a layered story, where accents shift without rush and without gaps. The style of Guerlain is recognizable in the way notes appear and fade. Nothing here feels random, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum sets a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The accord profile rests on these accords: Citrus, Gourmet, Floral and Musc forming a compact and readable structure. Additional accords such as Wood, Powdery and Spicy add depth to the backdrop. The gender direction is feminine, which clarifies the composition character. For persistence Middle points to a sustained drydown presence. In projection Weak describes the way the scent radiates.
In the first seconds you detect caramel-milky first notes: Almond and Anise.
In the middle phase you notice Floral Notes, Iris, Jasmine, Mimosa, Orange and ylang-ylang carrying a opulent floral direction.
At the note-group layer the structure relies on Gourmet, Spicy, Floral and Whiteflower. It also reaches into Citrus, Wood and Musk.
Taken together 05 Paris-Shanghai sounds complete from start to finish — the first stage creates momentum, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best understood on skin.
| Gender | Female |
| Brand | Guerlain |
| Segment | Luxury perfumery |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.guerlain.com |
| Year of production | 2012 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
| License holder | LVMH |
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