Shalimar Parfum Initial
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Side by side
Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Pomelos No 21
Is Shalimar Parfum Initial better than Pomelos No 21?
Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
MuskJasmine
powderywoodycitrussweetaromatic
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. 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 Shalimar Parfum Initial and Pomelos No 21?
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Pomelos No 21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2011 | 2002 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Thierry Wasser | Geoffrey Nejman, Jean-Claude Astier |
| Best season | Fall | Summer |
Scent DNA
How do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Pomelos No 21 smell?
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Vanilla
Powdery
Woody
Citrus
Iris
Earthy
Caramel
Sweet
Pomelos No 21
Citrus
White Floral
Fruity
Sweet
Green
Aromatic
Powdery
Musky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Shalimar Parfum Initial and Pomelos No 21 share?
Top
BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
GrapefruitMandarin OrangePeachRhubarb
Heart
IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
Lily of the ValleyJasmine
Base
VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
CedarWhite Musk
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Shalimar Parfum Initial or Pomelos No 21?
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Pomelos No 21 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Shalimar Parfum Initial and Pomelos No 21?
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 want to fill the room. This isn't for them. Pomelos is intimate, citrus that becomes skin-warmth, a sunny opening that softens into something you lean in to catch. Moderate sillage throughout.Pomelos No 21
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