Shalimar Parfum Initial vs Tocade (1994)
Shalimar Parfum Initial and Tocade (1994) overlap 57% in notes and accords; 7 notes appear in both. Shalimar Parfum Initial is the more citrusy of the two. Shalimar Parfum Initial rates higher with the community: 8.1/10 against 7.3/10 for Tocade (1994).
At a glance
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Tocade (1994) | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Guerlain | Rochas |
| Release year | 2011 | 1994 |
| Rating | 8.1/10682 votes | 7.3/10231 votes |
| Longevity | 8.2/10 | 8.1/10 |
| Sillage | 7.5/10 | 7.7/10 |
When to wear
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Tocade (1994) | |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn | 34% | 35% |
| Winter | 28% | 32% |
| Spring | 25% | 21% |
| Summer | 13% | 12% |
| Shalimar Parfum Initial | Tocade (1994) | |
|---|---|---|
| Evening | 25% | 27% |
| Nighttime | 24% | 26% |
| Daytime | 18% | 18% |
| Casual | 18% | 16% |
| Office | 15% | 12% |
Notes
In both
- Bergamot
- Patchouli
- Jasmine
- Iris
- Rose
- Vanilla
- Musk
Shalimar Parfum Initial
Only in this one
- Green notes
- Orange
- Vetiver
- Caramel
- Tonka bean
Tocade (1994)
Only in this one
- Freesia
- Magnolia
- Orchid
- Geranium
- Lily of the valley
- Amber
- Cedarwood
Accords
Shalimar Parfum Initial
- Citrus
- Floral
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Spicy
- Woody
Tocade (1994)
- Floral
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Spicy
- Woody
- Oriental
Frequently asked questions
Which one lasts longer?
Their longevity is about the same: 8.2/10 for Shalimar Parfum Initial, 8.1/10 for Tocade (1994).
Which one projects more?
Their sillage is about the same: 7.5/10 for Shalimar Parfum Initial, 7.7/10 for Tocade (1994).
Which one suits winter better?
Both suit winter about equally: winter gets 28% of the season votes for Shalimar Parfum Initial and 32% for Tocade (1994).
Which one suits summer better?
Both suit summer about equally: summer gets 13% of the season votes for Shalimar Parfum Initial and 12% for Tocade (1994).
Which one is rated higher?
Shalimar Parfum Initial is rated higher: 8.1/10 against 7.3/10 for Tocade (1994).
Which notes do they share?
Notes found in both: Bergamot, Patchouli, Jasmine, Iris, Rose, Vanilla, Musk.

