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    Side by side

    Rose de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Clearly related
    New comparison

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

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Rose de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Rose de RoseShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20112011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerChristian CarbonnelThierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Rose de Rose

    Rose
    Woody
    White Floral
    Vanilla
    Yellow Floral
    Powdery
    Floral
    Sweet

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Rose
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    Malayan ylang-ylangJasmineTuberose
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    VanilleSandalwood
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Rose de Rose vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    Rose de RoseShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    This isn't a quiet rose, it's structured and deliberate, with creamy vanilla anchoring what could have been delicate into something that actually lingers.Rose de Rose
    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