Cinnabar
Estée LauderEau de Parfum1978
Side by side
Cinnabar vs. Shalimar Eau de Toilette
Is Cinnabar better than Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
Shalimar Eau de Toilette wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Mood overlap
Gender alignment
BergamotJasmineRoseVanilla
amberpowdery
This match is computed by our similarity model. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Cinnabar and Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
| Cinnabar | Shalimar Eau de Toilette | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 1978 | 1925 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Bernard Chant | Jacques Guerlain |
| Best season | — | Winter |
Scent DNA
How do Cinnabar and Shalimar Eau de Toilette smell?
Cinnabar
Warm Spicy
Amber
Powdery
Cinnamon
Woody
Balsamic
Shalimar Eau de Toilette
Vanilla
Citrus
Iris
Powdery
Floral
Sweet
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Cinnabar and Shalimar Eau de Toilette share?
Top
TangerineBergamotPeachOrange BlossomClove
BergamotFloral Notes
Heart
CinnamonCarnationYlang-YlangJasmineLily of the ValleyRose
IrisJasmineRose
Base
IncenseTolu BalsamAmberBenzoinSandalwoodPatchouliVanillaVetiver
VanillaTonka Bean
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
CarnationYlang-YlangJasmineOrange BlossomLily of the ValleyRose
IrisFloral NotesJasmineRose
Oriental Notes
BenzoinVanilla
VanillaTonka Bean
Citric Notes
TangerineBergamot
Bergamot
Where they fit
When and where do Cinnabar and Shalimar Eau de Toilette work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Cinnabar or Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
| Cinnabar | Shalimar Eau de Toilette | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Cinnabar and Shalimar Eau de Toilette?
This is the fragrance that makes itself known before you've even reached for the bottle. The clove and cinnamon don't ask for attention, and neither will you.Cinnabar
Shalimar remains a masterclass in composition. The iris and vanilla pairing in the drydown is legendary for good reason. This is opulent, old-world elegance that still commands attention.Shalimar Eau de Toilette
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