Once again a review of a "clone", this time
Imagination by LV. Probably one of the most sought-after fragrances of the moment and therefore also very popular for dupes. As usual, brands from Dubai do this really well, but of course you should lower your expectations a little. For 10-15% of the price of Imagination, it is really difficult to bring something onto the market that comes close to dueling with LV. But if you have some leeway, you will certainly find great things, like this Karus Blu Spice.
Khadlaj is a brand that I haven't tested yet, but this brand is also known for a great Reflection clone with
Shiyaaka Silver. As a rule, brands from Dubai are often on the same good level and often out and about with quite good inexpensive dupes. I bought this Blu Spice from the Karus range new and is currently only half a Cheapie, but very affordable in terms of price.
The packaging and bottle are quite pretty. The packaging is simple and not too pompous like many other Dubai brands. The bottle is beautifully ribbed and fits perfectly in the hand. The lid is also beautifully finished.
In terms of scent, this fragrance really captures the vibes of Imagination. Of course, this fragrance is nowhere near the quality and depth of the original, but for me Blu Spice is a fragrance you can feel comfortable with and it would also work well as an inexpensive daily if you already own Imagination. In terms of quality, it is similar to
Art of Arabia I. Those who were bothered by the minty note in Lattafa will find a version without mint here. Overall, the pyramid is very similar to that of Imagination. The raw materials may not seem to have been trimmed to perfection, but the result is quite impressive. The citrus with tea & ginger with a dash of cinnamon also puts you in a good mood here and will make people happy who are looking for a fragrance that is reasonably priced and goes roughly in this direction. After this typical citrusy summer DNA in the first few hours, this fragrance becomes much woodier. All in all, a fragrance that is definitely 70-80% similar to the original and also smells good.
Performance is in the medium range and therefore by far not competitive with the original. Lasting time is about 5-6 hours with 2-3 hours of decent sillage, after that it's close to the skin. But top for in between and for sporting activities.
If you want to have a rough Imagination in your collection, this is a good, pleasant alternative. Those who want perfection in fragrance notes and performance should pay the €290.