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Woman in Gold Eau de Parfum bottle Woman in Gold EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2017 Year 2011
££££ Price Tier ££
Shalimar Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum bottle Shalimar Parfum Initial EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Woman in Gold EDP
This one's a divisive Kilian, with some declaring it a masterpiece of modern vanilla elegance, while others recoil from what they perceive as an 'old lady' or even 'bug spray' scent. Expect strong opinions - you'll either love her or hate her.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Shalimar Parfum Initial EDP
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.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Woman in Gold EDP
Shalimar Parfum Initial EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 37% vs 41%
Only in Woman in Gold
Aldehydes 32% Mandarin 31%
Only in Shalimar Parfum Initial
Orange 31% Green 28%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 27% vs 24%
Musk 19% vs 19%
Only in Shalimar Parfum Initial
Vanilla 29% Caramel 28%

Accords

Woman in Gold Shalimar Parfum Initial
100%
Vanilla
100%
55%
Powdery
89%
81%
Citrus
85%
66%
Woody
84%
Iris
83%
Earthy
82%
58%
Sweet
77%
72%
Rose
Caramel
72%
62%
Aromatic
70%
Patchouli
64%
60%
Floral
Vanilla shared
100%
100%
Powdery shared
55%
89%
Citrus shared
81%
85%
Woody shared
66%
84%
83%
82%
Sweet shared
58%
77%
72%
72%
Aromatic shared
62%
70%
64%
60%

Performance

Woman in Gold Shalimar Parfum Initial
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Woman in Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its robust projection and luxurious fragrance make it a standout for formal events and dates, though a lighter hand can make it suitable for a classy office setting. It's too opulent for casual daytime wear or anything active, really.

Shalimar Parfum Initial

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

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.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean vanilla, citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Woman in Gold EDP
Shalimar Parfum Initial EDP
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