Pompeia
L.T. PiverEau de Cologne1907
Side by side
Pompeia vs. Shalimar
Shalimar rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin.
The essentials
At a glance
| Pompeia | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Cologne | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 1907 | 1925 |
| Gender | Female | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Jacques Rouche, Georges Darzens | Jacques Guerlain |
| Best season | — | Fall |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Pompeia
Aromatic
Rose
Iris
Patchouli
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Shalimar
Amber
Citrus
Woody
Balsamic
Vanilla
Powdery
Leather
Smoky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
GeraniumLavenderLemon
BergamotBlossoms
Heart
IrisYlang-YlangRoseJasmine
IrisJasmineRose
Base
Patchouli
VanillaBalsamic notesTonka bean
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Pompeia | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 10+ hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
The vintage chypre structure. Built in 1907, it carries that jasmine-lavender tension that either convinces you or doesn't. Formal in construction, but with a conviction underneath.Pompeia
Shalimar is aldehydic history bottled, but it remains surprisingly Intimate on skin. The opening feels bright, the heart powdery and romantic, and the drydown is just plain cuddly.Shalimar
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Pompeia | Shalimar | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 oz | — | $120.00ecosmetics |
| 3 oz | — | $145.00ecosmetics |
| 3.4 oz | $13.29fragrancenet | — |
| 8.5 oz | $18.89fragrancenet | — |
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