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    Buosni vs. Shalimar

    Buosni by Alkemia Perfumes bottle

    Buosni

    Alkemia Perfumes
    2018
    Moderately similar
    New comparison

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

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Buosni vs. Shalimar
    BuosniShalimar
    ConcentrationEau de Parfum
    Launched20181925
    GenderUnisexUnisex
    PerfumerSharra LamoureauxJacques Guerlain
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Buosni

    Sweet
    Warm Spicy
    Patchouli
    Nutty
    Caramel

    Shalimar

    Amber
    Citrus
    Woody
    Balsamic
    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Leather
    Smoky

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotBlossoms
    Heart
    MarzipanFrosting [Glacé]PumpkinPatchouliBiscuitGingerCaramelCardamomNutmegRed AppleOrange Blossom
    IrisJasmineRose
    Base
    VanillaBalsamic notesTonka bean

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

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

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Buosni does not ease you in. The marzipan and caramel hit immediately, and the patchouli ensures the sweetness never feels lightweight. If you want a polite, gradual experience, look elsewhere.Buosni
    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

    Best price, size by size

    Best price by size: Buosni vs. Shalimar
    BuosniShalimar
    1.6 oz$120.00ecosmetics
    3 oz$145.00ecosmetics

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