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    Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. The Secret Heroines of the Tsar

    Very similar
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    Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. The Secret Heroines of the Tsar
    Shalimar Parfum InitialThe Secret Heroines of the Tsar
    ConcentrationParfumEau de Parfum
    Launched20112008
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerThierry WasserPierre Bourdon
    Best seasonFallSpring

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    The Secret Heroines of the Tsar

    Fresh
    Citrus
    White Floral
    Sweet
    Powdery
    Floral
    Fruity
    Patchouli

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Red AppleMelonLemonGrapefruit
    Heart
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Lily of the ValleyMagnoliaJasmineRose
    Base
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
    PatchouliCaramelVanillaMuskIrisSandalwoodMeringueAmber

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Shalimar Parfum Initial vs. The Secret Heroines of the Tsar
    Shalimar Parfum InitialThe Secret Heroines of the Tsar
    Score4/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours4-6 hours
    Sillagestrongmoderate

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    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
    Siberian baby woodrose is the secret buried in the heart, the detail that makes collectors lean in. The citrus opening plays fair, but beneath the florals, it's a warm.The Secret Heroines of the Tsar