91%
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Shalimar Eau de Toilette bottle Shalimar
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1925 Year 2021
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Shalimar
A benchmark for oriental perfumery, Shalimar Eau de Toilette seduces with a lush vanilla-powdery embrace and sparkling citrus lift. Timeless, unmistakable, and always a statement of sophistication.
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Our Verdict - Orchid
A fresh, clean, and unapologetically feminine scent that channels
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 16% 28%
Floral 42% 31%
Fruity 3% 6%
Green 5% 3%
Sweet 37% 40%
Warm 6% 8%
Woody 2% 0%
Earthy 5% 1%
Animalic 1% 3%
Fresh 10% 13%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Shalimar EdT
Orchid EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 54% vs 100%
Only in Shalimar
Floral 45%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 50% vs 100%
Only in Shalimar
Tonka Bean 50%

Accords

Shalimar Orchid
70%
Citrus
100%
60%
Floral
91%
85%
Powdery
66%
35%
Fresh Spicy
65%
55%
Sweet
64%
Vanilla
54%
Aromatic
51%
Lactonic
44%
35%
Amber
Citrus shared
70%
100%
Floral shared
60%
91%
Powdery shared
85%
66%
Fresh Spicy shared
35%
65%
Sweet shared
55%
64%
54%
51%
44%
35%

Performance

Shalimar Orchid
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Shalimar

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Shalimar EDT’s powdery vanilla warmth and spicy-resinous base are ideal for fall and winter, while the citrus opening lends it some spring versatility. The richness is too dense for the hottest summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

This classic is best for formal, evening, or date occasions due to its opulent, elegant presence. Its moderate projection keeps it wearable for day if applied lightly, but it is not suited for sports or high-activity moments.

Orchid

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and clean profile makes it an excellent choice for casual wear and the gym, as many reviewers noted its 'just out of the shower' vibe. The light sillage and poor longevity, while a drawback for some, also mean it's unlikely to offend, making it moderately suitable for the office or a relaxed daytime date.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
92%
Accord
84%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Floral, Powdery accords and Vanilla, Bergamot notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Shalimar
Orchid
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