Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

L'Initial is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2020) dominated by Citrus accords. Shalimar Parfum Initial is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Guerlain (2011) leaning on Vanilla accords. They share 6 accords: Citrus, Vanilla, Sweet, Powdery.

Question 2

Which is better, L'Initial or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, L'Initial scores 4.24/5 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 L'Initial and Shalimar Parfum Initial smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 10 notes and 6 accords, including Citrus, Vanilla, Sweet, Powdery, Iris. Shalimar Parfum Initial: Shalimar Parfum Initial era un perfume muy querido que ha sido descontinuado, dejando a los coleccionistas decepcionados e incapaces de recomprarlo.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, L'Initial or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits L'Initial vs Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

L'Initial scores highest for fall wear; Shalimar Parfum Initial scores highest for fall wear. L'Initial leans daytime, Shalimar Parfum Initial leans evening.

L'Initial vs Shalimar Parfum Initial

Resumen de la comparación

Notas compartidas (10)

Exclusivas de L'Initial (1)

Exclusivas de Shalimar Parfum Initial (2)

Acordes compartidos (6)

Preguntas frecuentes

Pulso del sentimiento de la comunidad — Shalimar Parfum Initial

Positivo

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Atributo	L'Initial	Shalimar Parfum Initial
Marca	Guerlain	Guerlain
Año	2020	2011
Valoración	4.24	4.07
Concentración	—	Parfum
Género	feminine	feminine
Total de notas	11	12