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    Side by side

    Cassandra Blanc vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Very similar
    New comparison

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

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Cassandra Blanc vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Cassandra BlancShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ToiletteParfum
    Launched20062011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    Perfumer—Thierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Cassandra Blanc

    Woody
    Vanilla
    Patchouli
    Fruity
    Powdery
    Balsamic
    Sweet
    Warm Spicy

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Fruity NotesLemon
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    Floral Notes
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    VanillePatchouliSandalwoodCedarwoodMusk
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Cassandra Blanc vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Cassandra BlancShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Here's the thing about Cassandra Blanc, the opening lasts maybe 15 minutes before vanilla and wood move in and stay. Not a room-filler. A skin-magnet.Cassandra Blanc
    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