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    Dorina vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Dorina by Dorin bottle

    Dorina

    Dorin
    Eau de Parfum2015
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Shalimar Parfum Initial wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Dorina vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    DorinaShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20152011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    Perfumer—Thierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Dorina

    Powdery
    Violet
    Iris
    Floral
    Aldehydic
    Vanilla
    Rose
    Earthy

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    RoseAldehydesRice Flower
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    IrisVioletWater Jasmine
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    MuskHeliotropeTonka BeanVetiverCedar
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Dorina vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    DorinaShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This is powdery done the old way, aldehydic sparkle, iris architecture. The kind of composition that speaks in whispers rather than shouts, confident enough to let you come to it.Dorina
    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