Shalimar Eau de Parfum vs Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

Shalimar

Edp	Concentration	Edt
F	Gender	M
1990	Year	1965
££	Price Tier	££

Habit Rouge

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Which Should You Buy?

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.

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Our Verdict - Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

A timeless masculine masterpiece, Habit Rouge EDT balances crisp citrus with smooth leather, spicy warmth, and powdery balsams. Effortlessly refined and evocative, it's the signature of the cultivated gentleman.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	23%	20%
Floral	17%	15%
Fruity	3%	3%
Green	4%	7%
Sweet	18%	22%
Warm	7%	15%
Woody	19%	17%
Earthy	15%	14%
Animalic	11%	8%
Fresh	14%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Shalimar EdP

Habit Rouge EdT

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 21% vs 14%

Lemon 20% vs 16%

Only in Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Citrus 22% Cedar 18% Mandarin 18%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

Rosewood 15% Orange 15% Lime 14% Tangerine 13% Basil 13%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 20% vs 13%

Jasmine 18% vs 12%

Rose 18% vs 16%

Only in Shalimar Eau de Parfum

Iris 23% Vetiver 19%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

Carnation 16% Sandalwood 15% Cinnamon 14% Cedar 12%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 13% vs 18%

Leather 13% vs 18%

Only in Shalimar Eau de Parfum

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

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

Benzoin 16% Amber 16% Oakmoss 15% Labdanum 15%

Accords

Shalimar Eau de Parfum Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

90%

Citrus

95%

85%

Amber

75%

Powdery

50%

70%

Woody

70%

Balsamic

40%

35%

Warm Spicy

70%

50%

Leather

65%

60%

Smoky

40%

Animalic

Citrus shared

90%

95%

Amber

85%

Powdery shared

75%

50%

Woody shared

70%

Balsamic shared

70%

40%

Warm Spicy shared

35%

70%

Leather shared

50%

65%

Smoky

60%

Animalic

40%

Performance

Shalimar Eau de Parfum Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

Beast (10+h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

The vibrant citrus and florals make Habit Rouge EDT especially fitting for spring and fall, while its spicy-woody-leather base also gives it enough warmth for cooler days. Its brightness can become overwhelming in peak summer heat, and it is less cozy than ideal for deep winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Habit Rouge EDT's sophistication and moderate projection make it versatile for office, date, and formal settings, while its classic style and leather-amber backbone keep it a bit too dressy and complex for sport or intense casual wear.