Khanjar by Lattafa belongs to the brand’s Niche Emarati collection, a line crafted to deliver exclusive aromas with high-quality character, I guess it's their stab at competing with the uxury niche market. The fragrance is categorized as a spicy-woody composition. Its name, meaning a traditional dagger, hints at its bold, distinctive personality, while its uniquely shaped bottle makes it a standout piece, though its design means it may be best stored in its box for easy keeping. I first tried it as a travel-sized inclusion in the King or Arabia gift set, and it quickly became my favorite from the whole collection. The scent unfolds like a journey, shifting beautifully from one stage to the next. It opens with a fiery, vibrant burst of nutmeg, ginger & pimento. It's spicy, warm & zesty, this combination immediately draws attention and sets a bold tone. As it settles into the heart, the intensity softens, introducing a smooth, elegant depth. Patchouli brings earthy richness, cashmeran adds a cozy, woody/musky warmth, and a touch of violet lends a subtle, delicate floral softness that balances the earlier spice. In the base, the fragrance deepens into something complex. Leather takes center stage, offering rugged elegance, while incense adds a smokey exotic, resinous depth. Vetiver also contributes an earthy, smoky edge, with a soft musk too wrap everything up, blending warmth with an air of refined mystery. In terms of performance, Khanjar is highly reliable and long-lasting, easily staying noticeable on the skin for around 7hours. It projects strongly during the first few hours, creating a distinct, lingering scent trail that leaves an impression wherever you go. Its warm, rich character makes it ideal for cooler weather, autumn & winter are when it truly shines. It’s perfect for special occasions, evening events, or any moment when you want to stand out and make a confident, memorable statement. My Rating: 7.5/10 Scent: 2.5 Longevity: 2 Sillage: 2 Y/N: 1

This one finally came in and I’m excited to get it on skin. It’s an infusion of RDZ Playa Crashboat and Dara Caro Oud Coconut. So far on strip this is much better than Playa Crashboat to me, which was always a bit too much and overwhelmed my nose. It’s still got that punch but adds a creamy coconut warmth to it. Full review coming later. Did anyone else order this? https://rdzparfums.com/products/coco-crash-100ml?srsltid=AfmBOopYkr6VuPb9g9zCuUicdARTrEFHgMuZZvG5pwuTHNEn34llgGsI

I haven't purchased anything from the MYSLF line yet, but I've sampled a couple of them. I still need to sample L'Absolu before I decide which variation to commit to. MYSLF Le Parfum feels like the original MYSLF grew up, put on a dark jacket, and headed out for the evening. Released in 2024 and created by Antoine Maisondieu, Christophe Raynaud, and Daniela Andrier, it opens with spicy black pepper before bringing in that signature orange blossom heart. The drydown is warm woods, patchouli, amber, and a really smooth bourbon vanilla. What struck me immediately is how much richer and more refined it feels compared to the regular MYSLF. The orange blossom keeps it modern and slightly fresh, but the vanilla and woods give it a deeper, almost creamy warmth. It still has that mass-appeal designer DNA, but this version feels more confident and less “generic blue fragrance.” Performance is very good on my skin. I’d mainly reach for this in fall and winter, for dinners, date nights, nights out, or anytime you want something modern and attractive without going full niche-dark-resinous territory. Easy to wear, easy to like.