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    Serene vs. Shalimar

    Serene by Alexandria Fragrances bottle

    Serene

    Alexandria Fragrances
    Eau de Parfum2017
    Clearly related
    New comparison

    Is Serene better than Shalimar?

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

    Why this score
    Performance proximity
    Accord profile overlap
    Shared notes
    BergamotTonka BeanRoseJasmineVanilla
    citruswoodypowderyvanillaamber

    This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. 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 Serene and Shalimar?

    Key facts: Serene vs. Shalimar
    SereneShalimar
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20171925
    GenderFemaleUnisex
    PerfumerHany HafezJacques Guerlain
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    How do Serene and Shalimar smell?

    Serene

    Citrus
    Sweet
    Woody
    Yellow Floral
    Powdery
    Patchouli
    Vanilla
    Amber

    Shalimar

    Amber
    Citrus
    Woody
    Balsamic
    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Leather
    Smoky

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    What notes do Serene and Shalimar share?

    Top
    Mandarin OrangeBergamotOrange Blossom
    BergamotBlossoms
    Heart
    MimosaYlang-YlangRoseJasmine
    IrisJasmineRose
    Base
    PatchouliTonka BeanOpoponaxVetiverWhite MuskVanilla
    VanillaBalsamic notesTonka bean

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    Which performs better, Serene or Shalimar?

    Community verdict: Serene vs. Shalimar
    SereneShalimar
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours10+ hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    What do reviewers say about Serene and Shalimar?

    Serene captures powdery florals, warm vanilla, and quiet confidence, wearing them without apology. The fragrance embodies a subtle elegance that doesn't seek attention yet commands presence.Serene
    Shalimar is aldehydic history bottled, but it remains surprisingly Intimate on skin. The opening feels bright, the heart powdery and romantic, and the drydown is just plain cuddly.Shalimar

    The hunt

    Where to buy Serene and Shalimar

    Best price by size: Serene vs. Shalimar
    SereneShalimar
    1.6 oz—$120.00ecosmetics
    3 oz—$145.00ecosmetics

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    Good to know

    About Serene vs. Shalimar.