Shalimar Parfum Initial
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Side by side
Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Blanc Violette
Is Shalimar Parfum Initial better than Blanc Violette?
Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Shared notes
IrisVanilleBergamotMusk
powderywoodyirissweet
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The essentials
What's different between Shalimar Parfum Initial and Blanc Violette?
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Blanc Violette | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2011 | 2005 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Thierry Wasser | Gérald Ghislain |
| Best season | Fall | Spring |
Scent DNA
How do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Blanc Violette smell?
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Vanilla
Powdery
Woody
Citrus
Iris
Earthy
Caramel
Sweet
Blanc Violette
Powdery
Violet
Iris
Sweet
Woody
Musky
Floral
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Blanc Violette share?
Top
BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
IrisBergamot
Heart
IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
Star AniseYlang-Ylang
Base
VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
VioletRice powderWhite MuskSandalwoodVanille
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
IrisRoseJasmine
VioletIrisYlang-Ylang
Citric Notes
BergamotOrange
Bergamot
Musk
Musk
White Musk
Where they fit
When and where do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Blanc Violette work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Shalimar Parfum Initial or Blanc Violette?
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Blanc Violette | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Shalimar Parfum Initial and Blanc Violette?
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
Some will call it obsessive. Others call it coherent, violet in the top, the heart, and the base. The powdery iris and tropical ylang-ylang add dimension, but violet never fully leaves the room.Blanc Violette
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