Only The Brave Eau de Toilette vs Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Only The Brave

Edt	Concentration	Edp
M	Gender	F
2009	Year	1990
££	Price Tier	££

Shalimar

ScentArt

View live ScentArt Only The Brave

Shalimar Eau de Parfum ScentArt visualisation

View live ScentArt Shalimar

Full Screen Compare

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Only The Brave Eau de Toilette

Only The Brave is a crowd-pleasing blend of citrus and leather, radiating youthful confidence with its punchy opening and smooth, ambery base. A modern masculine that's easy to wear yet memorable.

Statement

Our Verdict - Shalimar Eau de Parfum

A legendary icon of perfumery, Shalimar envelops with smoky vanilla, powder, and amber warmth, leaving a luxurious, unforgettable trail. Not for the shy or faint-hearted.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	29%	23%
Floral	10%	17%
Fruity	4%	3%
Green	3%	4%
Sweet	18%	18%
Warm	17%	7%
Woody	14%	19%
Earthy	9%	15%
Animalic	9%	11%
Fresh	20%	14%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Only The Brave EdT

Shalimar EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lemon 50% vs 20%

Mandarin 49% vs 17%

Only in Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Citrus 22% Bergamot 22% Cedar 18%

Only in Only The Brave Eau de Toilette

Violet 36% Cedar 33% Coriander 30%

Only in Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Iris 23% Patchouli 21% Vetiver 19% Jasmine 18% Rose 18%

Shared Notes

Leather 22% vs 13%

Only in Only The Brave Eau de Toilette

Amber 23% Benzoin 20% Labdanum 17% Styrax 17%

Only in Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Incense 14% Vanilla 14% Opoponax 13% Civet 12% Sandalwood 12% Tonka Bean 12% Musk 11%

Accords

Only The Brave Eau de Toilette Shalimar Eau de Parfum

95%

Amber

85%

Citrus

90%

50%

Powdery

75%

70%

Leather

50%

Woody

70%

Balsamic

70%

Smoky

60%

45%

Sweet

30%

Animalic

40%

Warm Spicy

35%

Amber shared

95%

85%

Citrus shared

85%

90%

Powdery shared

50%

75%

Leather shared

70%

50%

Woody shared

50%

70%

Balsamic

70%

Smoky

60%

Sweet

45%

Animalic shared

30%

40%

Warm Spicy

35%

Performance

Only The Brave Eau de Toilette Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Beast (10+h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Only The Brave Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

The warm amber-leather base and prominent citrus top make this scent versatile, but it shines in spring and fall when both freshness and warmth are appreciated. The richness and powdery undertone also lend it some winter suitability, while the heavier resins can feel a bit much in peak summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and sweet-woody base make it ideal for dates or casual outings, while the boldness and powdery leather are a bit too assertive for sport or strict formal settings. Office use is possible with a light hand.

Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Shalimar's rich amber-vanilla and smoky balsamic base shine in cold weather, enveloping the wearer in warmth. The heavy oriental character can be cloying in heat, making it best suited for fall and winter, but its citrus opening can offer some appeal in early spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Shalimar is commanding and opulent, ideal for formal events or romantic evenings. Its intensity and longevity make it less suitable for office or sporty scenarios, where it may come across as overwhelming.