Shalimar Parfum Initial
GuerlainParfum2011
Side by side
Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Onice
Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Onice | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2011 | 2005 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Thierry Wasser | Fabrizio Tagliacarne |
| Best season | Fall | Spring |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Vanilla
Powdery
Woody
Citrus
Iris
Earthy
Caramel
Sweet
Onice
Fresh Spicy
Soft Spicy
Sweet
Anis
Aromatic
Woody
Powdery
Green
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
Star AniseLicoriceCitrus fruitsPeachLavenderPineapple
Heart
IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
MintNutmegGeraniumJasmineHyacinthRoseYlang-Ylang
Base
VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
MuskCedarwoodSandalwoodAmber
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Onice | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
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
If you've ever put on something citrusy and thought 'this isn't enough,' this is where it ends up. The opening plays by fresh-rules. The drydown plays by entirely different ones.Onice