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    Side by side

    Iris of Florence vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Clearly related
    New comparison

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

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Iris of Florence vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Iris of FlorenceShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20142011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerThierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Iris of Florence

    Powdery
    Violet
    Woody
    Iris
    White Floral
    Aromatic
    Musky
    Vanilla

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Borneo ElemiLemonIvory Coast Bergamot
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    BlackcurrantIrisVioletLily
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    Bourbon VanillaJasmineSandalwoodWhite Musk
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Iris of Florence vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Iris of FlorenceShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    The fragrance is powder-forward in a way that either pulls you in or makes you reach for something louder. Iris and violet take turns leading, creating a duet of softness.Iris of Florence
    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