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    Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Emotionnelle

    Moderately similar
    New comparison

    Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Emotionnelle
    Shalimar Parfum InitialEmotionnelle
    ConcentrationParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20112006
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerThierry WasserMichel Roudnitska
    Best seasonFallSummer

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Emotionnelle

    Ozonic
    Aquatic
    Fruity
    White Floral
    Citrus
    Fresh
    Sweet
    Woody

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    MelonTangerineBergamot
    Heart
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    JasmineViolet LeafPlumRose
    Base
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
    VetiverCloveAmberCedarwood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. Emotionnelle
    Shalimar Parfum InitialEmotionnelle
    Score4/53/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongmoderate

    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
    Some fragrances smell like a season. Emotionnelle smells like the best hour of one. Melon-bright and ozonic at first, then warm amber and vetiver ground it into something that lasts.Emotionnelle