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    Side by side

    Kashmir Musk vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Very similar
    New comparison

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

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Kashmir Musk vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Kashmir MuskShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ToiletteParfum
    Launched20132011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerThierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Kashmir Musk

    Powdery
    Woody
    Musky
    Iris
    Warm Spicy
    Vanilla
    Earthy
    Sweet

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Pink PepperGingerCardamomBergamot
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    IrisVanillaRoseJasmineOrris Root
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    White MuskSuedeSandalwoodPatchouliTonka BeanGuaiac Wood
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Kashmir Musk vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Kashmir MuskShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity2-4 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Here's the thing about Kashmir Musk: the powdery iris either is your thing or it isn't. But when it works, and on most skin it does, this is the fragrance that makes people lean in instead of lean.Kashmir Musk
    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