V for Women vs Shalimar Eau de Parfum

The community consensus on V for Women is decidedly negative. A user who blind-bought the fragrance found the palmarosa and cassis top notes unpleasant and reported that layering it with lotion created an off-putting chemical smell, leading them to regret the purchase. Limited discussion suggests this fragrance failed to resonate with the tester's preferences.

Shalimar is celebrated by the r/fragrance community as a landmark fragrance that deserves recognition despite its age, praised for its sensual character and impressive performance. The community appreciates it as a historic female-marketed perfume that breaks the mold of contemporary fragrances, with strong longevity and a beautiful evolution throughout wear.