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    Ibisco vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Ibisco by L'Erbolario bottle

    Ibisco

    L'Erbolario
    Eau de Parfum2013
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Shalimar Parfum Initial projects louder.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Ibisco vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    IbiscoShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20132011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    Perfumer—Thierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Ibisco

    Aromatic
    Citrus
    Yellow Floral
    Floral
    Sweet
    Powdery
    Balsamic
    Woody

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Elemi ResinLemonCorianderOrangeCardamom
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    Ylang-YlangHibiscusVanillaOrris RootJasmineRose
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    AmberPatchouliMusk
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Ibisco vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    IbiscoShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Sweet enough to flirt, grounded enough to stay. The vanilla and hibiscus heart doesn't announce itself, it settles, powdery and warm, like something you'd find in a vintage Italian apothecary.Ibisco
    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