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    The Secret Heroines of the Tsar vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

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

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: The Secret Heroines of the Tsar vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    The Secret Heroines of the TsarShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched20082011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    PerfumerPierre BourdonThierry Wasser
    Best seasonSpringFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    The Secret Heroines of the Tsar

    Fresh
    Citrus
    White Floral
    Sweet
    Powdery
    Floral
    Fruity
    Patchouli

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    Red AppleMelonLemonGrapefruit
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    Lily of the ValleyMagnoliaJasmineRose
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    PatchouliCaramelVanillaMuskIrisSandalwoodMeringueAmber
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: The Secret Heroines of the Tsar vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    The Secret Heroines of the TsarShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score3.5/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatestrong

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    Real talk

    Siberian baby woodrose is the secret buried in the heart, the detail that makes collectors lean in. The citrus opening plays fair, but beneath the florals, it's a warm.The Secret Heroines of the Tsar
    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