Eau de Shalimar vs Shalimar Parfum Initial
Eau de Shalimar and Shalimar Parfum Initial overlap 59% in notes and accords; 6 notes appear in both. Shalimar Parfum Initial lasts longer: longevity 8.2/10 against 7.3/10 for Eau de Shalimar. Shalimar Parfum Initial projects more: sillage 7.5/10 against 6.6/10 for Eau de Shalimar.
At a glance
| Eau de Shalimar | Shalimar Parfum Initial | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Guerlain | Guerlain |
| Release year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Rating | 8.3/10413 votes | 8.1/10682 votes |
| Longevity | 7.3/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Sillage | 6.6/10 | 7.5/10 |
When to wear
| Eau de Shalimar | Shalimar Parfum Initial | |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | 33% | 25% |
| Autumn | 23% | 34% |
| Summer | 29% | 13% |
| Winter | 14% | 28% |
| Eau de Shalimar | Shalimar Parfum Initial | |
|---|---|---|
| Evening | 16% | 25% |
| Daytime | 23% | 18% |
| Casual | 22% | 18% |
| Nighttime | 16% | 24% |
| Office | 21% | 15% |
Notes
In both
- Jasmine
- Iris
- Rose
- Vanilla
- Bergamot
- Orange
Eau de Shalimar
Only in this one
- Lime
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Only in this one
- Green notes
- Patchouli
- Vetiver
- Caramel
- Tonka bean
- Musk
Accords
Eau de Shalimar
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Floral
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Spicy
Shalimar Parfum Initial
- Citrus
- Floral
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Spicy
- Woody
Frequently asked questions
Which one lasts longer?
Shalimar Parfum Initial lasts longer: longevity 8.2/10 against 7.3/10 for Eau de Shalimar.
Which one projects more?
Shalimar Parfum Initial projects more: sillage 7.5/10 against 6.6/10 for Eau de Shalimar.
Which one suits winter better?
Shalimar Parfum Initial suits winter better: winter gets 28% of its season votes, against 14% for Eau de Shalimar.
Which one suits summer better?
Eau de Shalimar suits summer better: summer gets 29% of its season votes, against 13% for Shalimar Parfum Initial.
Which one is rated higher?
Eau de Shalimar is rated higher: 8.3/10 against 8.1/10 for Shalimar Parfum Initial.
Which notes do they share?
Notes found in both: Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Vanilla, Bergamot, Orange.