Does it smell the same as it used to
234834
I think it smells wonderful and very familiar. I've seen reviews where people don't think it smells like it used to but I'd say it is very close. Hope this helps you. I am not disappointed at all in my purchase.
234835
Yes. Yes, it does. Probably the best fragrance ever made. I've worn it for 35 years and plan on 35 more. <3
234836
NO, This Shalimar Eu De Parfum Spray Fragrance Is So Different, From Where I've Bought In Past At Nordstroms Or Macy's!!! I Was NOT Happy Because Normaally I Received Many Compliments On Shalimar Described Above, And NO ONE With This New Bottle Ever Has Complimented Me... I Gave This Bottle To My Teenage Grand-Daughter, And I Changed My Beautiful Fragrance To CHRISTIAN DIOR PASSION HYPNOTIC, And Now Have Endless Compliments From Both Men And Women... Good Luck, Happiest Holidays, And *God* Bless You Endlessly...
234837
I am convinced this is a knock-off because this not only doesn't smell anything like it used to, it has absolutely no staying power. Within an hour or less I have forgotten I put it on. As good of a deal as this appears to be, it is no deal at all and I feel I threw my money down the toilet because I don't have what I wanted. I have been wearing Shalimar for 35+ years and there is no chance this is the real thing. If it is the real thing, they've blown it. I would strongly recommend not buying this. Go to Nordstrom, Macy's or another reputable brick and mortar store to ensure you are getting the real thing. If it costs more, it will be worth it.
234838
I am convinced this is a knock-off because this not only doesn't smell anything like it used to, it has absolutely no staying power. Within an hour or less I have forgotten I put it on. As good of a deal as this appears to be, it is no deal at all and I feel I threw my money down the toilet because I don't have what I wanted. I have been wearing Shalimar for 35+ years and there is no chance this is the real thing. If it is the real thing, they've blown it. I would strongly recommend not buying this. Go to Nordstrom, Macy's or another reputable brick and mortar store to ensure you are getting the real thing. If it costs more, it will be worth it. I am convinced this is a knock-off because this not only doesn't smell anything like it used to, it has absolutely no staying power. Within an hour or less I have forgotten I put it on. As good of a deal as this appears to be, it is no deal at all and I feel I threw my money down the toilet because I don't have what I wanted. I have been wearing Shalimar for 35+ years and there is no chance this is the real thing. If it is the real thing, they've blown it. I would strongly recommend not buying this. Go to Nordstrom, Macy's or another reputable brick and mortar store to ensure you are... » Read More I am convinced this is a knock-off because this not only doesn't smell anything like it used to, it has absolutely no staying power. Within an hour or less I have forgotten I put it on. As good of a deal as this appears to be, it is no deal at all and I feel I threw my money down the toilet because I don't have what I wanted. I have been wearing Shalimar for 35+ years and there is no chance this is the real thing. If it is the real thing, they've blown it. I would strongly recommend not buying this. Go to Nordstrom, Macy's or another reputable brick and mortar store to ensure you are getting the real thing. If it costs more, it will be worth it. « Show Less
234839
Some shalimar is bottled in the US. When it is a different type of alcohol is used which affects the smell even though the base is the same. There are also slight differences between the cologne, eau de toilette the eau de parfum and the parfum because the base is progressively less diluted. There are also slight differences in the scents of the lotion, shower gel, soap, cream and powder.
234840
This is the original perfume/smell not the new scent. Also tried the new perfume and did not like.
839730
In my opinion, it is not the same scent. It bears a faint resemblance to the older product, but not nearly as strong.
223646
They changed it!!!!! It is not nearly as good as it was before. They turned it into a clear plastic like substance that smells different then before. I would buy the product again if they would change it back to how they had it before.
1505128
Yes. exactly the same & scent is exactly how I remembered from the one I purchased from Victoria's Secret.
802511
I don't recall mine smelling at all, so I would say yes, it probably will. Just took a sniff of mine, which I have had for a while, and it doesn't smell like anything.
1230773
The smell is similar to Nair hair remover - nowhere near as strong, but if you recognize Nair from way back when, this has a hint of that fragrance.
1917434
It doesn't have a smell but when you use it on any part of your body, you can then taste it. That's how you know it's good. My 4 yr. old stuff lost it's taste and wasn't working as well.
948489
it is, but have found that it does not have the same scent of the original. Sort of dissappointed in that.
1742967
I don't really think so, it seems 'weaker' in scent that my last purchase. I was disappointed in that face. However it does seem to last as long as the older version. Just doesn't seem as strong and clean smelling as it did before.
73747
it's been a while since I first opened it, but I don't remember any strong smell
426472
No it's not! It smell the same as the one my husband just finished! I love it �
1964104
When the person I gave this to smelled it ,she said it was just like the original one she had. She had used it for years and recognized the scent. I can only go by her word. I myself smelled it and it is a beautiful scent.
742959
It seemed to me that this fragrance disappeared for a while a year or two ago and I couldn't find it anywhere. Maybe they did revise it and in that case I haven't tried it or even smelled it. I was addicted to this fragrance for years and if it has changed I probably won't buy it anymore.
1333205
I don't know. What I can tell you is that I wore this fragrance from 1982to 1992 or so and this seems to be a less rounded aroma. Seemingly different in the formulation.
65135
It did have a smell like new plastic that eventually went away.But a skunk like odor...I would have to say mine did not.
2068533
No, not anymore. Years ago it made you smell like garlic. But that was when we had to buy it from a vet because it was illegal to buy it any other way.
1678896
I want to say yes but honestly I can't remember...I've used it and it smells the same and seems to work good :)