Shiyaaka (Blue) Khadlaj
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Beautiful Sweet Freshness at a Great Price
Continuing with the brand Khadlaj from Dubai, which offers quite wonderful fragrances at low prices. I have already reviewed the extremely hyped "Shiyaaka Silver / شياكة | Khadlaj / خدلج". This one is a dupe of Reflection Man, which is quite well done, especially in the price range of between €15 and €20, which is about what this Shiyaaka line costs. You definitely get a lot for this price in terms of quality. Unlike the famous Shiyaaka Red, this one cannot be easily categorized as a dupe. Of course, this is not a scent that makes you feel like it’s something completely new. Those looking for a relatively fresh scent that is pleasing for everyday activities could absolutely find what they are looking for here. For a tight budget, you can find a great all-rounder if you enjoy something a bit sweeter.
As mentioned, the price is really top-notch. I bought 100ml for just under €15, and for that, you get a fragrance that is pretty much always wearable. This scent comes in a decent box that can be easily disposed of, unlike many other fragrances from the Arab region. The bottle also looks quite nice, and this silver pattern immediately catches the eye. It feels good too and slightly reminds me of the Dunhill Icon line.
In terms of scent, I often read comparisons to Bleu de Chanel. I can't agree with that at all. This one caters to a completely different target audience, as it is more semi-fresh and has that synthetic but pleasant sweetness. The blue aspect also gives a rather misleading impression since it has that mainstream DNA with a decent portion of sweetness. The pyramid does not reflect what is really in there, but this is still a fragrance that I really like and can be easily integrated into daily life. To name a few similar scents that roughly go in this direction: Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Intense, Scandal pour Homme, Invictus Victory. This direction is much more emphasized here than that typical shower gel scent.
The fragrance starts with a lot of creamy citrus and slightly leans towards lemon cake. Bergamot and lime provide a delicious citrus note, which is underscored by that mainstream sweet freshness often found in designer scents. It also has a slight bubblegum freshness, similar to what you get with Rasasi Hawas. There are also slightly greenish nuances with basil and patchouli that come through and fit well with the citrus. A pleasant lavender note joins the freshness. The base is quite pleasantly warm with a nice mix of musk, amber, and cedarwood that emerges quite early on. Overall, a great scent that is significantly sweeter than the pyramid suggests.
Performance is top-notch and lasts at least 8 hours. The later hours are, of course, much closer to the skin. The opening projects quite well, which is what you can expect from this rather synthetic sweet combo. It’s perfect for everyday wear with a simple composition. Those looking for a "blue" scent will likely be disappointed here.
Overall, a great cheapie that particularly suits young modern men in casual outfits.
As mentioned, the price is really top-notch. I bought 100ml for just under €15, and for that, you get a fragrance that is pretty much always wearable. This scent comes in a decent box that can be easily disposed of, unlike many other fragrances from the Arab region. The bottle also looks quite nice, and this silver pattern immediately catches the eye. It feels good too and slightly reminds me of the Dunhill Icon line.
In terms of scent, I often read comparisons to Bleu de Chanel. I can't agree with that at all. This one caters to a completely different target audience, as it is more semi-fresh and has that synthetic but pleasant sweetness. The blue aspect also gives a rather misleading impression since it has that mainstream DNA with a decent portion of sweetness. The pyramid does not reflect what is really in there, but this is still a fragrance that I really like and can be easily integrated into daily life. To name a few similar scents that roughly go in this direction: Valentino Uomo Born In Roma Intense, Scandal pour Homme, Invictus Victory. This direction is much more emphasized here than that typical shower gel scent.
The fragrance starts with a lot of creamy citrus and slightly leans towards lemon cake. Bergamot and lime provide a delicious citrus note, which is underscored by that mainstream sweet freshness often found in designer scents. It also has a slight bubblegum freshness, similar to what you get with Rasasi Hawas. There are also slightly greenish nuances with basil and patchouli that come through and fit well with the citrus. A pleasant lavender note joins the freshness. The base is quite pleasantly warm with a nice mix of musk, amber, and cedarwood that emerges quite early on. Overall, a great scent that is significantly sweeter than the pyramid suggests.
Performance is top-notch and lasts at least 8 hours. The later hours are, of course, much closer to the skin. The opening projects quite well, which is what you can expect from this rather synthetic sweet combo. It’s perfect for everyday wear with a simple composition. Those looking for a "blue" scent will likely be disappointed here.
Overall, a great cheapie that particularly suits young modern men in casual outfits.
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