Shalimar Parfum Initial
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Fluffy Lemon Top
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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 one's a proper head-scratcher. What starts as a lovely, bright citrus quickly devolves into something far more complex and divisive. Expect a buttery, gourmand-leaning opening, but don't be surprised when it veers into unexpected, earthy territory. Not for everyone, but certainly interesting.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 22% | 27% |
| Floral | 19% | 20% |
| Fruity | 4% | 5% |
| Green | 12% | 8% |
| Sweet | 25% | 29% |
| Warm | 4% | 4% |
| Woody | 10% | 4% |
| Earthy | 15% | 12% |
| Animalic | 6% | 8% |
| Fresh | 14% | 15% |
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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
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its initial brightness makes it suitable for casual wear, but the potent, sometimes odd gourmand and mossy dry-down can be distracting for office settings. It's a scent that sparks conversation, making it a good fit for adventurous dates, though definitely too quirky for formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Sweet, Powdery accords and Iris, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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