Eau de Lingerie vs Shalimar Parfum Initial

The r/fragrance community views Eau de Lingerie positively as a soft, elegant, and versatile fragrance that works well on both skin and textiles. However, enthusiasm is tempered by its high cost, limited retail availability, and impending discontinuation, making it difficult for interested users to experience or purchase the line before it's replaced.

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.