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    Side by side

    I Love Luxury 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: I Love Luxury vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    I Love LuxuryShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20112011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerThierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    I Love Luxury

    Powdery
    Amber
    Violet
    Iris
    Woody
    Fresh Spicy
    Vanilla
    Warm Spicy

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Basil BlossomTangerineVioletRose
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    IrisHeliotropePetitgrainJasmine
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    SuedeIncenseSandalwoodBenzoinAmber
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: I Love Luxury vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    I Love LuxuryShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Powdery florals aren't for everyone, and that's the point. If you've ever wanted iris but found it too sharp alone, the suede here softens the whole thing into something worth wearing.I Love Luxury
    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