I wasn't quite sure whether the notes really resembled Layton.
At first, it didn't immediately remind me of the PdM either.
But after a short time I just thought wow, it really resembles Layton and it's also really good.
In my opinion, it's better than
Détour Noir because it's less synthetic.
But is it a 1:1 dupe?
I would say no, Azure Velvet is fresher and more citrusy.
I don't know if the notes are right, but I perceive a pleasant powderiness, a vanilla apple note and of course the bergamot, which is not too fresh as you know it from many other fragrances.
It all smells very much like Layton, even if the notes are completely different.
Incense is also listed, but you shouldn't let that put you off, you don't notice anything like that.
The woody notes are not really too prominent either.
The fragrance remains powdery, sweet and at the same time fresh and slightly fruity until the end.
The performance is better than expected, on a par with
Détour Noir, i.e. neither strong nor weak, but still above average.
Unisex yes, but with a tendency towards masculine (M65%/35%W).
My conclusion: As my
Détour Noir is coming to an end, I will treat myself to the Khadlaj sooner or later.
I think it's just great.
Actually, I never advise blind purchases, but you can't go wrong with this one.
A super mass-market fragrance that almost everyone will find pleasant.