Empire Victor
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Shalimar Souffle de Parfum
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive one, this. Khadlaj Empire Victor promises a lemon vanilla dream, and some find it, while others are left with a weak, synthetic mess that’s an ambroxan bomb. It's a gorgeous scent for some, a disappointment for others. Proceed with caution.
This isn't your mum's Shalimar; it's a modern, airy take that delights many with its lemon-vanilla souffle, even if some purists sniff at its lack of traditional 'Shalimar DNA.' Love it or find it fleeting and 'just okay,' it's a divisive but popular flanker.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 35% | 31% |
| Floral | 19% | 31% |
| Fruity | 3% | 4% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 29% | 31% |
| Warm | 5% | 4% |
| Woody | 0% | 0% |
| Earthy | 1% | 0% |
| Animalic | 14% | 14% |
| Fresh | 24% | 21% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet, inviting gourmand profile makes it perfect for casual and date settings, loved for attracting compliments. However, its often weak performance and intimate sillage mean it's less suited for formal events or sports, and might be too close for an open-plan office setting without heavy spraying.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile and moderate projection make it suitable for office wear, as several reviewers noted its gentle presence. While versatile for casual settings due to its airy quality, some found its longevity lacking for longer events, pulling down formal and date scores.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Vanilla, Musky accords and Bergamot, Lemon notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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