The Perfume Library

Shiyaaka for Men / Shiyaaka Silver

8.1

Khadlaj · 2019

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Khadlaj Shiyaaka for Men / Shiyaaka Silver is a fresh, floral men's fragrance with sweet, spicy and powdery touches. It opens with petitgrain, pink pepper and rosemary, fresh with a light spice. In the heart, ylang-ylang, jasmine, neroli and orris root add a soft, powdery, creamy floral layer. Cedar, vetiver and patchouli settle underneath as a woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter chosen less often. Daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions. Most voters find it masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Avapari Neroli Spice and Amouage Reflection Man have a close profile.

Karus Gold Absolu

8.9

Khadlaj · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Karus Gold Absolu is a modern men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, creamy and floral core. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, with winter chosen less often. It leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office; the character is mostly read as modern, then masculine, while some voters find it feminine. Bujairami Too Damn Good and Maison Asrar Belgravia have a close profile. It opens with blackcurrant, bergamot and candied lemon, which give a bright, fruity freshness. In the heart, magnolia, jasmine, violet and white blossoms add a soft floral note, while praliné sweetens it and makes it creamy. The base rests on vetiver, cedarwood and oakmoss for a woody footing, softened by tonka bean and musk.

Island Dreams

7.8

Khadlaj · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Khadlaj Island Dreams is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent that leans towards easy daily wear. Ginger and bergamot open bright and crisp, and grapefruit carries the citrus through the heart. A fruity, lightly sweet side runs underneath, and musk and ambroxan in the base soften it into a smooth finish. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is rated for daily wear, leisure, sport and the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It reads somewhat masculine, though some find it feminine. Bujairami Unforgettable and Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim have a close profile.

Island

8.1

Khadlaj · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Khadlaj Island is a unisex scent that joins a fresh, fruity face to a sweet, creamy woodiness, leaning towards spring and summer and relaxed days. Most voters pick spring and summer, and it is chosen mainly for leisure and daily wear. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. Voters call its character masculine and modern more often than feminine, though it still reads as unisex. Cypress, ginger, iris and pineapple give it a fresh, lightly fruity start. Woody notes and coconut form the heart, and the scent dries down into the sweet, powdery warmth of tonka bean, sandalwood, amber and ambergris. Jean Paul Gaultier Le Beau Le Parfum and Zimaya Cult have a close profile.

Shiyaaka Sky

7.9

Khadlaj · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Sky is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days. Most voters wear it in summer and spring, mainly for daily use, leisure and the office, and far less for evenings or nights out. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Most see it as masculine, though some read it as feminine, so it isn't strictly one-sided. Bergamot and mandarin orange open it brightly, with vervain alongside. In the heart, geranium, neroli, green notes and orange blossom add a floral, green touch. The base of ambroxan, sandalwood, vetiver and musk settles it into a creamy, soft finish.

Stellar Musk

7.6

Khadlaj

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Khadlaj Stellar Musk is a fresh, citrusy scent that pairs bergamot and grapefruit with ginger and white musk; it has been discontinued. Most voters place it in spring and summer, with winter a distant choice. Leisure, daily wear and the office come up most often. Its longevity and sillage are rated as good. Opinion on whether it reads masculine or feminine is split, and many also call it modern. Bergamot and grapefruit give a bright, fruity opening. In the heart, ginger adds light spice while white musk brings a creamy softness. The base of vetiver, patchouli, musk and amber settles into a woody, slightly sweet finish. Khadlaj Empire Crown and Emir Memories of Summer have a close profile.

Empire Victor

8.4

Khadlaj · 2024

Citrus · Sweet · Gourmand

Khadlaj Empire Victor is a unisex scent that sets a bright lemon opening against the sweet, creamy warmth of caramel and vanilla. It opens with lemon and bergamot for a citrus lift. In the heart, jasmine and caramel come forward and the scent turns gourmand. Musk and vanilla leave a soft, powdery dry-down. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and most voters read it as feminine. Gulf Orchid Crème Caramel and Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow have a close profile.

Shiyaaka (Blue)

7.7

Khadlaj

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Khadlaj Shiyaaka (Blue) is a fresh, citrusy men's scent that suits spring and summer days, from daily wear to the office. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn and winter further behind. Daily wear, leisure and business lead the occasions, while sport and nights out get fewer votes. Most voters call it masculine, and a good share also find it modern. It opens with lime, bergamot and basil, which give it a fresh, green start. Lavender and patchouli sit in the heart, where the aquatic and spicy sides come through. In the base, cedarwood, musk and amber settle it onto a lightly sweet, creamy footing. Commodity Wool and Jaguar Vision Sport have a close profile.

Shiyaaka Snow / شياكة Snow

7.7

Khadlaj · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Snow / شياكة Snow is a fresh, green men's fragrance that opens on bergamot, mandarin orange and citrus notes. The citrus top sets the first impression. In the heart, neroli, pink pepper and nutmeg bring a floral and spicy turn. Indonesian vetiver and cardamom dry down at the base, while aquatic and creamy accords soften the whole. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer, spring and fall, and leisure, business and daily wear lead the occasions. It reads masculine and modern to most. Monkoku Sky Impact and Phebo Aura have a close profile.

Oud Noir

8.1

Khadlaj

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Khadlaj Oud Noir is a warm, smoky and sweetish oriental unisex scent that opens on saffron and spice and settles into oud, amber and patchouli. Saffron, raspberry and spicy notes start it off, a fruity sweetness set against a sharp spiciness. In the heart, rose, cypriol and frankincense add a floral and smoky side. The base of amber, oud and patchouli grounds it in a woody, earthy and slightly leathery finish. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as good. Most pick winter and fall, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. On character, masculine leads, followed by classic. Mystery and Zimaya Ilham al Oud have a close profile.

Caffé Latte

7.6

Khadlaj · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Khadlaj Caffé Latte is a sweet, gourmand unisex scent built around coffee, almond and milk, and it suits cooler autumn and winter days best. It opens with coffee, almond and milk, creamy and warm from the first spray. In the heart, amber, liquorice and white blossoms add a spicy-soft turn. The base of musk, caramel and nuts keeps the sweetness going, leaving an oriental, slightly synthetic bakery warmth. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, and it leans towards leisure time, evenings and nights out. Voters tend to read it as feminine or modern. Maison Asrar Coffee Blend and Al Rehab French Coffee have a close profile.

Fursan / فرسان (White)

7.7

Khadlaj · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Khadlaj Fursan / فرسان is a floral, sweet women's fragrance that opens with jasmine and bergamot and settles onto vanilla and almond. Jasmine and bergamot lead at the start. In the heart, musk, almond and coconut turn the scent creamy and gourmand. The base keeps the vanilla sweetness going, while nutmeg and cedarwood add a woody, powdery footing. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters suggest it for daily and leisure wear; spring and fall lead slightly, though votes are spread across all four seasons. It reads mostly feminine and modern. Georges Rech Muse Poudrée and L'Erbolario Mandorla have a close profile.

Cream Velvet

8.4

Khadlaj · 2024

Sweet · Synthetic · Gourmand

Khadlaj Cream Velvet is a sweet, creamy gourmand for women that leans towards autumn and winter evenings. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick winter and fall, while spring and summer trail behind. It is suggested most for leisure, nights out and evenings, and less for the office. It opens with butter, caramel and liquorice, a sweet, buttery start. Jasmine, honey and tonka bean soften it in the heart, and vanilla, musk and amber settle at the base. The overall feel is sweet, powdery and creamy. Maison Asrar Vanilla Voyage and Arabiyat Nyla Vani-Elle have a close profile.

Island Vanilla Dunes

8.4

Khadlaj · 2025

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Khadlaj Island Vanilla Dunes is a sweet, gourmand men's fragrance that suits fall and winter evenings best. It opens with bergamot, vanilla, cinnamon and cardamom, a sweet spiced start. At the heart, orange blossom, bourbon whiskey and gaiac wood add a woody weight and a touch of boozy warmth. The base of musk, amber and praliné settles into a powdery, creamy sweetness. Most voters recommend fall and winter, and lean towards evenings and nights out. Both longevity and sillage are rated good. More voters find it masculine than feminine, though a fair share read it as feminine. Parfums de Marly Althaïr and French Avenue Liquid Brun have a close profile.

Karus Blu Spice

7.7

Khadlaj · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Khadlaj Karus Blu Spice, released in 2024, is a unisex scent that lays spice and a touch of smoke over a fresh, citrusy base. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters recommend spring and summer, with autumn trailing behind. Daily wear, work and leisure lead the occasions, while sport and evening are chosen less. The largest share of voters calls it masculine, followed by modern, and some call it feminine. The top opens with tea and bergamot, fresh and citrusy. In the heart, ginger, cinnamon and neroli bring the spice forward. The base of amberwood, frankincense and gaiac wood sets a smoky, woody ground, while aquatic and fruity touches round it out. Victory Radiant and Sorvella Neroli & Citron have a close profile.

Empire Crown

8.7

Khadlaj · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Khadlaj Empire Crown is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that suits spring and summer days, light enough to wear from morning through the workday. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and business are the occasions named most often. It is unisex, though half of the voters read it as masculine. It opens with grapefruit and bergamot, which give the citrus its brightness. Ambrette and ginger in the heart add a sweet, spicy softness. The base of musk, vetiver and patchouli sets a woody ground, while the aquatic and fruity touches keep it light. Lattafa Pride Al Qiam Silver and Khadlaj Stellar Musk have a close profile.

Stellar Oud

7.6

Khadlaj

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Stellar Oud is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with an oriental woodiness; it has been discontinued. Bergamot and lily of the valley give the top a light, fresh, floral start. In the heart, iris and patchouli pull it a little toward the earth. The base of amber and Indonesian oud carries it into a spicy, woody, slightly leathery warmth, while aquatic and fruity touches soften that weight. Longevity and sillage are rated good. Most voters pick spring and fall, though summer has its share. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, and evening also suits it. Most voters read it as masculine. Hilde Soliani Gli Invisibili - Presenze and Rasasi Daarej Verve have a close profile.

Shiyaaka Shadow

8.0

Khadlaj · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Shadow is a unisex scent that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, spicy and woody base. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and business are the settings named most often. Evening is mentioned less. The top is lavender, pink pepper and grapefruit, so freshness and a light spice come first. In the heart, amber, cedarwood and plum soften things and add a sweet, fruity side. The base of patchouli, moss, musk and truffle gives it a woody, earthy footing.

Hareem al Sultan (Gold) / حريم السلطان

7.7

Khadlaj

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Khadlaj Hareem al Sultan / حريم السلطان is a unisex scent that opens on jasmine, bergamot and peony and settles into patchouli, musk and sandalwood, with a sweet, fruity-floral character. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick summer and spring, with autumn close behind, while winter draws the fewest. It wears comfortably on both men and women and is rated well for its price. The opening pairs the floral freshness of jasmine and peony with bergamot. In the heart, plum, peach and pineapple add a juicy, sweet side. The base of patchouli, musk and sandalwood rounds it off with a woody, oriental warmth.

Muse

8.3

Khadlaj · 2026

Floral · Sweet · Gourmand

Khadlaj Muse is a feminine, gourmand-leaning scent that sets a floral heart on a sweet, creamy and powdery base. It opens with almond, bergamot and orange blossom, the bergamot lightening the sweetness a little. At the heart, cream, jasmine and iris soften the flowers into a powdery mood. The base of vanilla, tonka bean, amber and white musk closes it warm and sweet. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling the room. Its value for money is rated high. L'Erbolario Bouquet d'Oro and Dossier Floral Marshmallow have a close profile.

Azure Velvet

8.6

Khadlaj · 2025

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Azure Velvet is a unisex fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy opening with a sweet, floral and woody base. Both longevity and sillage are rated good, so the scent stays on skin for a long while and carries well around you. Value for money is rated very high. There are no season or occasion votes, so it is best described simply as an easygoing unisex pick. The top opens with mint, bergamot and lavender for a cool start. In the heart, floral, fresh and fruity notes come forward, softened by aquatic and sweet accords. The base settles into powdery notes, woody notes and incense, with a spicy, oriental warmth giving it depth.

Gaith / غيث

8.1

Khadlaj · 2023

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Khadlaj Gaith / غيث is a unisex scent that sets the bite of black pepper, pink pepper and ginger against the sweet, resinous warmth of vanilla and labdanum. The opening is led by those three spices; in the heart, lavender, frankincense and cypress settle the heat onto a woody, fougère base. Vanilla and labdanum sweeten the base, while patchouli anchors a creamy, oriental feel. A synthetic shimmer runs through it. Voters find both longevity and sillage good. Most pick fall, winter and spring, while summer is a minor choice. It leans towards evenings and daily wear, and it can also work at the office. Armaf Bois Nuit and Givenchy Gentleman Givenchy (Eau de Parfum) share a close profile.

Karus Secret Musk

8.0

Khadlaj · 2024

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Khadlaj Karus Secret Musk is a unisex fragrance that leans gourmand, with floral and spicy touches running through its sweetness. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Its sweet, creamy build suits cooler days and evenings best, and it sits comfortably on both men and women rather than leaning to one side. It opens with red fruits and saffron. In the heart, chocolate, rose and tonka bean come together and soften the scent. The base holds sweets, musk, amberwood and moss, leaving a warm, woody, creamy trail. Its profile is close to Baccarat Rouge 540 (Eau de Parfum) and Arabian Oud Resala.

Lé Prestige Empress

8.3

Khadlaj

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Khadlaj Lé Prestige Empress is a fresh, citrusy and floral unisex scent built around bergamot, ginger and jasmine; it has been discontinued. It opens with bergamot, herbaceous notes and ginger, a fresh and lightly spicy start. The heart of jasmine, rose and violet brings out the floral side, softened by green and fruity touches. The base of cedarwood, patchouli and vetiver leaves a woody, earthy and slightly creamy ground. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick spring, summer and fall, while few choose winter. Daily wear, business and leisure are the most named settings. It sits in the middle rather than leaning masculine or feminine. Rasasi Hawas Highness and Fragrance Du Bois Lovers have a close profile.