Bottega Veneta vs Shalimar Parfum Initial

The Bottega Veneta fragrance community is divided between nostalgia for the beloved discontinued original line and cautious interest in the new 2024 collection. While the new fragrances are well-regarded for their quality and uniqueness, customers resent the discontinuation of iconic scents and steep price increases, viewing them as driven more by packaging than fragrance innovation.

Shalimar Parfum Initial was a beloved fragrance that has been discontinued, leaving collectors disappointed and unable to repurchase. While the reformulated successor L'Initial is quite close, community members note it lacks the distinctive powdery quality of the original, making it a solid but imperfect alternative for those who cherish the discontinued version.