Question 1

What's the difference between Shaal Nur and Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

Shaal Nur is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Etro (1997) dominated by Aromatic 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, Earthy.

Question 2

Which is better, Shaal Nur or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Shaal Nur scores 4.10/5 vs Shalimar Parfum Initial at 4.07/5. On r/fragrance, Shaal Nur sits at 5.5/10 (mixed) while Shalimar Parfum Initial is 7.5/10 (positive). 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 Shaal Nur and Shalimar Parfum Initial smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 5 notes and 3 accords, including Woody, Citrus, Earthy, Bergamot, Rose. Shaal Nur: The provided Reddit comments do not contain substantive community opinions about Shaal Nur by Etro. 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, Shaal Nur or Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

Which season suits Shaal Nur vs Shalimar Parfum Initial?

Accepted Answer

Shaal Nur scores highest for fall wear; Shalimar Parfum Initial scores highest for fall wear. Shaal Nur leans daytime, Shalimar Parfum Initial leans evening.

Shaal Nur vs Shalimar Parfum Initial

Rezumatul comparației

Note comune (5)

Unice pentru Shaal Nur (14)

Unice pentru Shalimar Parfum Initial (7)

Acorduri comune (3)

Întrebări frecvente

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Shaal Nur

Pulsul sentimentului comunității — Shalimar Parfum Initial

Pozitiv

Negativ

Atribut	Shaal Nur	Shalimar Parfum Initial
Brand	Etro	Guerlain
An	1997	2011
Evaluare	4.10	4.07
Concentrație	—	Parfum
Gen	feminine	feminine
Total note	19	12