Shalimar Parfum Initial Eau de Parfum vs Valencia Uomo Intense Eau de Parfum

Shalimar Parfum Initial

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2011	Year	-
££	Price Tier	£

Valencia Uomo Intense

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shalimar Parfum Initial

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

Our Verdict - Valencia Uomo Intense

This is a wallet-friendly iris bomb that punches well above its weight for the price. While it might lack the 'extra punch' and richness of pricier alternatives, it consistently delivers a compliment-getting, sweet iris scent that's hard to fault for the money.

Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus	22%	12%
Floral	19%	18%
Fruity	4%	3%
Green	12%	12%
Sweet	25%	31%
Warm	4%	10%
Woody	10%	5%
Earthy	15%	11%
Animalic	6%	14%
Fresh	14%	12%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Shalimar Parfum Initial EdP

Valencia Uomo Intense EdP

Notes

Only in Shalimar Parfum Initial

Bergamot 42% Orange 31% Green 28%

Only in Valencia Uomo Intense

Clary Sage 55% Mandarin 45%

Shared Notes

Iris 28% vs 62%

Only in Shalimar Parfum Initial

Patchouli 22% Vetiver 20% Rose 15% Jasmine 14%

Only in Valencia Uomo Intense

Tonka Bean 38%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 28% vs 46%

Only in Shalimar Parfum Initial

Caramel 28% Tonka Bean 24% Musk 19%

Only in Valencia Uomo Intense

Leather 54%

Accords

Shalimar Parfum Initial Valencia Uomo Intense

100%

Vanilla

61%

83%

Iris

100%

89%

Powdery

78%

85%

Citrus

84%

Woody

82%

Earthy

58%

77%

Sweet

72%

Caramel

70%

Aromatic

47%

Leather

66%

Violet Floral

65%

64%

Patchouli

Animalic

48%

Vanilla shared

100%

61%

Iris shared

83%

100%

Powdery shared

89%

78%

Citrus

85%

Woody

84%

Earthy shared

82%

58%

Sweet

77%

Caramel

72%

Aromatic shared

70%

47%

Leather

66%

Violet Floral

65%

Patchouli

64%

Animalic

48%

Performance

Shalimar Parfum Initial Valencia Uomo Intense

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Strong

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Valencia Uomo Intense

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its moderate projection and sweet, inviting accords make it perfect for dates and evening casual outings where you want to be noticed without being overpowering. While some might find it a bit too sweet for a formal setting, its versatile character means it can work in a dressier context, especially given its average longevity.