Question 1

What's the difference between Shanghai and Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Marc Rosen (2005) dominated by Fruity accords. Shalimar Parfum Initial is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2011) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 3 accords: Woody, Citrus, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Shanghai or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Shanghai scores 4.03/5 vs Shalimar Parfum Initial at 4.07/5. Shalimar Parfum Initial's standout strength: Beautiful powdery scent with elegant character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Shanghai and Shalimar Parfum Initial smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Citrus, Sweet, Bergamot, Patchouli. Shalimar Parfum Initial: Shalimar Parfum Initial was a beloved fragrance that has been discontinued, leaving collectors disappointed and unable to repurchase.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Shanghai or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Shanghai vs Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

Shanghai scores highest for all seasons wear; Shalimar Parfum Initial scores highest for fall wear. Shanghai leans daytime, Shalimar Parfum Initial leans evening.

Shanghai vs Shalimar Parfum Initial

Σύνοψη σύγκρισης

Κοινές νότες (4)

Μοναδικές στο Shanghai (9)

Μοναδικές στο Shalimar Parfum Initial (8)

Κοινά ακόρντα (3)

Συχνές ερωτήσεις

Παλμός συναισθήματος κοινότητας — Shalimar Parfum Initial

Θετικό

Αρνητικό

Χαρακτηριστικό	Shanghai	Shalimar Parfum Initial
Οίκος	Marc Rosen	Guerlain
Έτος	2005	2011
Βαθμολογία	4.03	4.07
Συγκέντρωση	—	Parfum
Φύλο	feminine	feminine
Σύνολο νοτών	13	12