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    Side by side

    Emotionnelle vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Moderately similar
    New comparison

    Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Emotionnelle vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    EmotionnelleShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20062011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerMichel RoudnitskaThierry Wasser
    Best seasonSummerFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Emotionnelle

    Ozonic
    Aquatic
    Fruity
    White Floral
    Citrus
    Fresh
    Sweet
    Woody

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    MelonTangerineBergamot
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    JasmineViolet LeafPlumRose
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    VetiverCloveAmberCedarwood
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Emotionnelle vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    EmotionnelleShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3/54/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Some fragrances smell like a season. Emotionnelle smells like the best hour of one. Melon-bright and ozonic at first, then warm amber and vetiver ground it into something that lasts.Emotionnelle
    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