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    Side by side

    Mon Parfum Cheri, par Camille vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Very similar
    New comparison

    Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Mon Parfum Cheri, par Camille vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Mon Parfum Cheri, par CamilleShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationParfumParfum
    Launched20112011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerIsabelle DoyenThierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Mon Parfum Cheri, par Camille

    Patchouli
    Powdery
    Woody
    Violet
    Iris
    Earthy
    Fruity
    Sweet

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Plum
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    IrisVioletHeliotropePowdery Notes
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    Patchouli
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Mon Parfum Cheri, par Camille vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Mon Parfum Cheri, par CamilleShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Some iris-powder combos veer vintage. Mon Parfum Cheri sidesteps that entirely, plum keeps it plush, patchouli keeps it modern. It's powdery, yes, but the powder of someone who knows exactly what.Mon Parfum Cheri, par Camille
    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