Approach

My Taxonomy

This is how I organize my work in perfumery as I strive to remain clear about intention, structure, and what each composition is meant to...

Blue Roast

Many of my blends come to life through the slow, intentional mingling of oils, while others emerge fully formed from ideas I carry in my...

Ghazali

The Ghazali moniker began when I discovered Al Hashimi's SP1, which ignited my desire to explore its potential. Special Reserve No.1 was the first creation,...

Ambergris Spectrum

This is my first exploration of ambergris-based compositions with 1 oud blend, developed over seven months of collecting and refining various ambergris tinctures and macerations....

Take On Perfumery

Perfumery as Intentional Improvisation I view perfumery as a dynamic art form—one rooted in intentional improvisation. Fragrances evolve as individual notes interact, accords emerge, and...

Wait Before You Wear It

Shared wisdom says you should let your perfume rest for a few days after it arrives. Here’s why: Shipping can shake your bottle and expose...

The Concentration Question

I’m moving away from traditional labels like EDP, Parfum, or Extrait. I don’t see much value in holding onto these terms, because they imply a...

Genres Not Bases

I’ve always moved between building bases and creating individual blends. Bases—collections of notes and accords—serve as seeds, giving life to multiple blends that share a...

Creamy Leather

Leather was one of the first materials I ever experimented with. You might have seen a couple of bottles floating around under the name Scarlet...

Purple, Violette, Banafsaj, Lilacy, Etc

The concept for this blend was Purple Ambergris. I envisioned its character through a set of keywords: iris, violet, ambergris, oceanic, powdery — dark, certainly....

Nectar

This project started nearly five months ago, initially envisioned as a sandalwood perfume crafted around five distinct varieties. Then came osmanthus—both French and Chinese—followed by...

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Cute rose

A slight sweet scent with a predominance of the rose accompained by a soft touch of jasmine. A light green shade of tea. Later i mainly perceive the Sylhet oud, wich i find consistent with the profile of the fragrance. In the late drydown, a soft and slightly oud base. Good job

Purple Luban

Purple Luban ( Review2026Giveaway )

The opening presents a distinctly “purple” accord, supported by soft green nuances and a particularly refined expression of Luban. While the composition initially feels multifaceted, the structure is well-balanced, allowing each element to integrate smoothly. The purple profile (built around fig, blackcurrant, orris, violet, and lavender) leans towards a lighter, more diffusive interpretation rather than a dense or resinous one. It creates a soft, floral, fruity atmosphere with a slightly powdery texture from the orris.

The green facets, primarily driven by the violet, are handled with restraint. They don’t project aggressively but instead sit close to the skin, adding tonal contrast and complexity without disrupting the overall harmony.

The Luban stands out for its clarity and refinement. It is assertive yet controlled, with a subtle green edge and a noticeable citrus brightness. Importantly, it avoids the harsher, phenolic or musty characteristics that can sometimes dominate Luban forward compositions.

Ambergris plays a key structural role, lifting the composition and introducing a sense of airiness and diffusion, almost giving a lightly sparkling effect.

The oud functions more as a compositional anchor than a dominant note, providing cohesion and depth, and gradually softening into a smooth, slightly creamy base as the fragrance develops.

Dukkan by elkhaldi studio

It starts off with a beautiful sensual bouquet of florals - I mainly detect Jasmine (Juhi in Hindi) but done in a very artistic, smooth and serene way; Not at all sharp or indolic.

In about 2-3 minutes, beautiful lush roses🌹 start peaking their head through the silky-smooth bed of florals.
With all of this, there is a presence of a calming aroma of black warm ‘chai’ / tea ☕️ framing this beautiful composition. After about 10-15 minutes, the roses start to bloom in all their glory amongst the jasmines and other florals.
The tea note is prominent and helps keep the florals at bay without letting the composition get overly sharp or sweet. At the heart and base, I sense a low hum of oud that’s very tame and composed.

After about 30-40 mins, the florals 💐 are no longer in the forefront but rather share an equal footing on stage. The composition now starts to get a little sweet probably from the tea being more present. At this point the oud 🪵 is also more noticeable but still very much in the background.

At about the 2 hour mark, the oud 🪵 is quite noticeable along with the tea, and the florals are still there but not as dominant.

Silk rose

Silk Rose by Elkhaldi is a beautiful take on rose that immediately comes across smooth, airy, and refined.

I only experienced this one from a small vial, but even from that, the quality was very clear. The rose here feels vibrant and slightly sweet, with a fresh, almost dewy character that keeps it light rather than heavy. It leans more on the silky, elegant side rather than being dense or overly rich.

There’s a soft fruity brightness and a touch of freshness from the orange blossom that lifts the composition, while the blend of different roses gives it depth without overwhelming the senses. The oud and frankincense sit quietly in the background, adding a gentle earthy and slightly resinous layer that supports the florals without taking over.

What stood out to me most is how wearable it felt. Even with all these rich materials, it never came across as heavy. Instead, it stayed smooth, sweet, and very balanced throughout.

From what I could tell just from the vial, this is a very well done, elegant rose that feels both refined and easy to enjoy.

Kasturi cola

Kasturi Cola by Elkhaldi is one of those fragrances where the quality is immediately undeniable.

Right from the start, it opens with a distinct cola accord that really lives up to the name. There’s a fizzy, slightly spiced sweetness that feels rich and textured rather than playful or synthetic. As it develops, I mainly get a blend of cola, tobacco, and a darker chocolate-like nuance that gives the scent a deep, almost resinous sweetness.

Underneath it all, the musk base is incredibly well done. The mix of traditional kasturi musk with Mongolian, Nepalese, and Siberian musk creates a very natural, animalic warmth that feels smooth, earthy, and complex. The oud and spices add even more depth, giving the fragrance a “wet,” slightly smoky character that keeps evolving on skin.

For me personally, the chocolate facet leaned a bit heavier than my taste, but that’s purely preference. The craftsmanship here is obvious, and it’s clear this was composed with a lot of intention and high quality materials.

If you enjoy darker, musky compositions with a unique cola twist, this is something really special. Even though it wasn’t fully my style, I can absolutely appreciate the artistry and depth behind it so for that 5 stars for me.

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