Citizen Queen
Juliette Has A GunEau de Parfum2008
Side by side
Citizen Queen vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
Is Citizen Queen better than Shalimar Parfum Initial?
Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
IrisMuskRoseBergamot
powderyiris
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 Citizen Queen and Shalimar Parfum Initial?
| Citizen Queen | Shalimar Parfum Initial | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Parfum |
| Launched | 2008 | 2011 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Romano Ricci | Thierry Wasser |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Citizen Queen and Shalimar Parfum Initial smell?
Citizen Queen
Powdery
Leather
Iris
Musky
Amber
Aldehydic
Rose
Violet
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Vanilla
Powdery
Woody
Citrus
Iris
Earthy
Caramel
Sweet
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Citizen Queen and Shalimar Parfum Initial share?
Top
LeatherAldehydesBergamot
BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
Heart
IrisRoseImmortelleTuberoseOrange Blossom
IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
Base
MuskLabdanumVanillaAmbroxan
VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
IrisRoseImmortelleTuberoseOrange Blossom
IrisRoseJasmine
Citric Notes
Bergamot
BergamotOrange
Musk
Musk
Musk
Oriental Notes
Vanilla
Tonka Bean
Where they fit
When and where do Citizen Queen and Shalimar Parfum Initial work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Citizen Queen or Shalimar Parfum Initial?
| Citizen Queen | Shalimar Parfum Initial | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
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What do reviewers say about Citizen Queen and Shalimar Parfum Initial?
Citizen Queen is unapologetically bold. That aldehydic punch mixed with leather will polarize, and the civet in the base is not subtle. If you want a polite office scent, keep searching.Citizen Queen
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
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