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    Nectar de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

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    Is Nectar de Rose better than Shalimar Parfum Initial?

    Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    Why this score
    Performance proximity
    Accord profile overlap
    Gender alignment
    RoseMusk
    powderywoodypatchouli

    This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.

    The essentials

    What's different between Nectar de Rose and Shalimar Parfum Initial?

    Key facts: Nectar de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Nectar de RoseShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20132011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    Perfumer—Thierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    How do Nectar de Rose and Shalimar Parfum Initial smell?

    Nectar de Rose

    Rose
    Powdery
    Woody
    Patchouli
    Floral
    Warm Spicy

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    What notes do Nectar de Rose and Shalimar Parfum Initial share?

    Top
    Powdery Notes
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    Rose
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    Patchouli LeafMuskSiam BenzoinVanilla
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    Which performs better, Nectar de Rose or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

    Community verdict: Nectar de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Nectar de RoseShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity2-4 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    What do reviewers say about Nectar de Rose and Shalimar Parfum Initial?

    Rose is everywhere. Powdery rose is not. This one leans into that talc-and-rose tension, like petals dried between book pages. French, restrained, not trying to impress anyone.Nectar de Rose
    The parfum concentration is richer than the EDT, yet the iris and caramel blend feels surprisingly light. Perfect for those seeking classic elegance without the weight.Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Good to know

    About Nectar de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial.