Shalimar Parfum Initial EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Both Sides of Clouds EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
This legendary flanker deserves all the hype. A masterpiece that softened Shalimar's edges, making it a powdery, vanilla-dusted dream. It's scandalous that Guerlain ever discontinued this. If you can find a bottle, snap it up, but be prepared for intense patchouli if your skin chemistry amplifies it.
This is a seriously beautiful, well-balanced iris and citrus delight. It's an understated charmer that has people falling head over heels, often buying a full bottle after just a few wears. Ignore fleeting performance worries - the scent itself is addictive.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its moderate sillage and significant longevity, it's versatile enough for various settings. While perhaps a bit too alluring for a fully corporate office, its refined character makes it perfect for dates and evening events.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its more subtle character and average performance, this fragrance is ideal for office wear, providing an elegant, non-intrusive personal bubble. It's versatile enough for casual settings and intimate dates, although perhaps not bold enough for truly formal events or active sports.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean vanilla, powdery, citrus
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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