Dossier Fougere Bergamot vs Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Versace Dylan Blue.

At a glance

Dossier Fougere Bergamot costs £29 and Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue costs £20, so Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue is £9 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 15 distinct notes listed across both (20%). Dossier Fougere Bergamot is EDT and listed as masculine, while Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Versace Dylan Blue.

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

Fougere Bergamot is Dossier's interpretation of Versace Dylan Blue, combining grapefruit and bergamot with aquatic freshness, lavender, geranium, tonka, patchouli and ambroxan.

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue is a fresh aromatic aquatic composition with citrus brightness and spicy woody musky depth, positioned as a budget interpretation of the Versace Dylan Blue style.

Dossier Fougere Bergamot, dupe of Versace Dylan BlueKhadlaj Shiyaaka Blue, dupe of Versace Dylan Blue

Comparison

Dossier Fougere BergamotKhadlaj Shiyaaka Blue
Overall ratingNo rating7.0/10 · 1 review
LongevityNo rating6.5/10
ProjectionNo rating6.0/10
Scent accuracyNo rating7.5/10
Value for moneyNo rating8.0/10
Price£29£20
ConcentrationEDTEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byVersace Dylan BlueVersace Dylan Blue

Notes Comparison

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

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Grapefruit
  • Fig Leaf

Heart Notes

  • Geranium
  • Lavender
  • Aquatic Accord

Base Notes

  • Tonka Bean
  • Patchouli
  • Ambroxan

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Grapefruit
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Violet Leaf
  • Black Pepper
  • Patchouli

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Musk
  • Incense

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Grapefruit
  • Patchouli

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Dossier Fougere Bergamot lists Fig Leaf, Geranium, Lavender, Aquatic Accord, Tonka Bean and Ambroxan that Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue does not.

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue lists Lemon, Violet Leaf, Black Pepper, Amber, Musk and Incense that Dossier Fougere Bergamot does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

  • Citrus
  • Aromatic
  • Fresh spicy
  • Aquatic
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Lavender

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Citrus
  • Smoky
  • Earthy
  • Aquatic
  • Aromatic
  • Patchouli
  • Violet
  • Bitter
  • Green
  • Incense
  • Spicy

Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Aquatic, Woody and Amber. Dossier Fougere Bergamot also lists Fresh spicy and Lavender. Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue also lists Fresh, Musky, Smoky, Earthy, Patchouli, Violet, Bitter, Green, Incense and Spicy.

Vibes

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

  • Fresh
  • Masculine
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Modern

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Aquatic

Both share Fresh, Masculine, Clean and Modern. Dossier Fougere Bergamot also lists Energetic. Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue also lists Bold, Warm and Aquatic.

Occasions

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

  • Everyday
  • Office
  • Summer
  • Gym
  • Casual

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

  • Signature
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Daily
  • Everyday

Both share Everyday, Office and Casual. Dossier Fougere Bergamot also lists Summer and Gym. Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue also lists Signature, Social, Daytime and Daily.

Performance

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

  • Moderate Projection
  • Long Wearing

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

  • Versatile
  • Subtle
  • Linear

Dossier Fougere Bergamot lists Moderate Projection and Long Wearing. Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue lists Versatile, Subtle and Linear.

Style lane

Dossier Fougere Bergamot

  • Fresh aromatic fougere

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue

  • Aromatic aquatic

Dossier Fougere Bergamot lists Fresh aromatic fougere. Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue lists Aromatic aquatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue (6.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue (6.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue (7.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue (8.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue (£20)

Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue leads on lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Dossier Fougere Bergamot has 0 community reviews and Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Dossier Fougere Bergamot or Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue?

Dossier Fougere Bergamot costs £29 and Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue costs £20, so Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue is £9 cheaper.

What notes do Dossier Fougere Bergamot and Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue share?

They share 3 notes: Bergamot, Grapefruit and Patchouli.

Which occasions suit Dossier Fougere Bergamot and Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue?

Dossier Fougere Bergamot is tagged for Everyday, Office, Summer, Gym and Casual. Khadlaj Shiyaaka Blue is tagged for Signature, Social, Daytime, Casual, Office, Daily and Everyday.

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

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