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    L'Ambre Vanille vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Very similar
    New comparison

    Shalimar Parfum Initial wears longer on skin.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: L'Ambre Vanille vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    L'Ambre VanilleShalimar Parfum Initial
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumParfum
    Launched19972011
    GenderFemaleFemale
    Perfumer—Thierry Wasser
    Best seasonFallFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    L'Ambre Vanille

    Vanilla
    Amber
    White Floral
    Powdery
    Sweet

    Shalimar Parfum Initial

    Vanilla
    Powdery
    Woody
    Citrus
    Iris
    Earthy
    Caramel
    Sweet

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top—
    BergamotOrangeGreen Notes
    Heart
    Jasmine
    IrisPatchouliVetiverRoseJasmine
    Base
    AmberVanilla
    VanilleCaramelTonka BeanMusk

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: L'Ambre Vanille vs. Shalimar Parfum Initial
    L'Ambre VanilleShalimar Parfum Initial
    Score4/54/5
    Longevity4-6 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagestrongstrong

    No varnish

    Real talk

    It's not trying to impress anyone in the first five minutes. L'Ambre Vanille earns its keep over hours, the vanilla deepens, the jasmine softens, and what seemed like a simple sweetness reveals.L'Ambre Vanille
    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