Al Haramain Detour Noir vs Khadlaj Azure Velvet

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton.

At a glance

Al Haramain Detour Noir costs £21 and Khadlaj Azure Velvet costs £30, so Al Haramain Detour Noir is £9 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 17 distinct notes listed across both (12%). Al Haramain Detour Noir is EDP and listed as masculine, while Khadlaj Azure Velvet is Extrait and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton.

Al Haramain Detour Noir

Al Haramain Detour Noir is a masculine Eau de Parfum that captures the aromatic woody niche profile of Parfums de Marly Layton at a fraction of the retail price. It blends fresh lavender, warm saffron-adjacent spice, and a smooth woody base into a composition that delivers a polished, niche style experience for under £25.

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

Khadlaj Azure Velvet is a fresh aromatic fragrance inspired by Parfums de Marly Layton, combining bergamot, lavender and cooling mint with fruits, soft florals, creamy vanilla, powdery woods and incense for a smoother interpretation of Layton's addictive signature.

Al Haramain Detour Noir, dupe of Parfums de Marly LaytonKhadlaj Azure Velvet, dupe of Parfums de Marly Layton

Comparison

Al Haramain Detour NoirKhadlaj Azure Velvet
Overall rating8.3/10 · 1 review8.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.8/108.5/10
Projection7.2/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.8/108.2/10
Value for money9.4/108.5/10
Price£21£30
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byParfums de Marly LaytonParfums de Marly Layton

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Al Haramain Detour Noir

Top Notes

  • Apple
  • Bergamot
  • Lavender
  • Violet

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Geranium
  • Patchouli

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Cardamom
  • Sandalwood
  • Pepper
  • Guaiac Wood

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

Top Notes

  • Orange
  • Lemon
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Fruity Notes

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Amber
  • Vanilla

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Vanilla

2 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Al Haramain Detour Noir lists Apple, Lavender, Violet, Jasmine, Geranium, Patchouli, Cardamom, Sandalwood, Pepper and Guaiac Wood that Khadlaj Azure Velvet does not.

Khadlaj Azure Velvet lists Orange, Lemon, Fruity Notes, White Musk and Amber that Al Haramain Detour Noir does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Al Haramain Detour Noir

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Floral
  • Vanilla
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Earthy
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli
  • Violet

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Fruity

Both share Sweet, Fresh, Vanilla and Fruity. Al Haramain Detour Noir also lists Woody, Floral, Oud, Earthy, Herbal, Aromatic, Lavender, Patchouli and Violet. Khadlaj Azure Velvet also lists Amber, Musky and Citrus.

Vibes

Al Haramain Detour Noir

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Light
  • Modern
  • Masculine

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Light
  • Modern

Both share Fresh, Clean, Sweet, Light and Modern. Al Haramain Detour Noir also lists Warm and Masculine. Khadlaj Azure Velvet also lists Bold.

Occasions

Al Haramain Detour Noir

  • Evening
  • Office
  • Daily
  • Year-round

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Cooler weather

Both share Evening. Al Haramain Detour Noir also lists Office, Daily and Year-round. Khadlaj Azure Velvet also lists Signature, Social, Daytime and Cooler weather.

Performance

Al Haramain Detour Noir

  • Versatile
  • Subtle

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

  • Long lasting

Al Haramain Detour Noir lists Versatile and Subtle. Khadlaj Azure Velvet lists Long lasting.

Style lane

Al Haramain Detour Noir

  • Woody aromatic

Khadlaj Azure Velvet

  • Fruity amber

Al Haramain Detour Noir lists Woody aromatic. Khadlaj Azure Velvet lists Fruity amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Khadlaj Azure Velvet (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Khadlaj Azure Velvet (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Al Haramain Detour Noir (8.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Al Haramain Detour Noir (9.4/10)
  • Price: Wins Al Haramain Detour Noir (£21)

Al Haramain Detour Noir leads on scent accuracy, value for money and lower price, while Khadlaj Azure Velvet leads on longevity and projection.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Al Haramain Detour Noir has 1 community review and Khadlaj Azure Velvet has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Al Haramain Detour Noir or Khadlaj Azure Velvet?

Al Haramain Detour Noir costs £21 and Khadlaj Azure Velvet costs £30, so Al Haramain Detour Noir is £9 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Al Haramain Detour Noir or Khadlaj Azure Velvet?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Detour Noir 7.8 out of 10 for longevity and Khadlaj Azure Velvet 8.5 out of 10, so Khadlaj Azure Velvet rates higher.

Which projects more, Al Haramain Detour Noir or Khadlaj Azure Velvet?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Detour Noir 7.2 out of 10 for projection and Khadlaj Azure Velvet 8.0 out of 10, so Khadlaj Azure Velvet rates higher.

Which is closer to Parfums de Marly Layton, Al Haramain Detour Noir or Khadlaj Azure Velvet?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Detour Noir 8.8 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Khadlaj Azure Velvet 8.2 out of 10, so Al Haramain Detour Noir rates higher.

Which is better value, Al Haramain Detour Noir or Khadlaj Azure Velvet?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Detour Noir 9.4 out of 10 for value for money and Khadlaj Azure Velvet 8.5 out of 10, so Al Haramain Detour Noir rates higher.

What notes do Al Haramain Detour Noir and Khadlaj Azure Velvet share?

They share 2 notes: Bergamot and Vanilla.

Which occasions suit Al Haramain Detour Noir and Khadlaj Azure Velvet?

Al Haramain Detour Noir is tagged for Evening, Office, Daily and Year-round. Khadlaj Azure Velvet is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Daytime and Cooler weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Parfums de Marly Layton vs Al Haramain Detour Noir
  • Parfums de Marly Layton vs Khadlaj Azure Velvet

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