Fragrance World
Taj 2
Best Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman Dupe
Fragrance World Taj 2 is a clone of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, with a 76% accuracy score and about 90% cheaper than the original.
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76% MatchInspired by $230 originalSave about 90%
Accuracy Breakdown
Overall Accuracy76%
Longevity5-7 hours
SillageModerate
You SaveAbout 90%
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The Scoop
Taj 2 captures the fresh citrus opening and woody base of Blue Talisman quite effectively, with a nearly identical structure and longevity profile. The main distinction lies in the heart notes, where the clone substitutes geranium for jasmine, resulting in a slightly more herbal and less floral interpretation that some may find less refined than the original's softer, more elegant middle development.
Key Differences
The heart note composition differs notably, with Taj 2 leaning more toward herbal-green geranium rather than the creamy jasmine found in Blue Talisman, creating a slightly sharper and less luxurious mid-stage. Overall longevity and sillage are comparable, but the original maintains better complexity and sophistication throughout the wear.
Fragrance Profile
★ 4.1 community ratingBest Seasons
Spring100%
Summer98%
Fall / Autumn71%
Winter57%
Community Insights
★ 4.1 from 134 ratingsWhat people who wear Fragrance World Taj 2 report, based on votes and reviews from a large fragrance community.
Main accords
sweet
warm spicy
vanilla
woody
fruity
aromatic
amber
balsamic
Longevity
Very weak3%
Weak7%
Moderate44%
Long lasting42%
Eternal4%
Sillage
Intimate7%
Moderate60%
Strong27%
Enormous7%
Who wears it
Female16%
More female12%
Unisex37%
More male25%
Male9%
Day or night
Day
Night
Value for money
Way overpriced3%
Overpriced0%
Ok9%
Good value49%
Great value39%
People say it reminds them of
What people like
- Excellent Blue Talisman alternative
- Ideal for hot summer days
- Versatile for office or gym
- More accessible than luxury original
What people dislike
- Weak longevity for some users
- Lacks original's mineral complexity
- Less refined than the inspiration
What wearers say
“Nose Note #300Smells just like some indian spices - maybe it's just clary sage heavy, I'm not sure. I can smell traces of pineapple. It's mostly something very spicy, at least that's how I perceive it.It does not feel like a summer fragrance at all. To me it's quite heavy.Overall it's a difficult scent for me. Definately niche, definately not safe for blind buy. It's my 300th review and I haven't yet come across anything like that.Can't see it on a lady. I think it's more masculine.”
“First of all, gorgeous bottle.Long story short, powdery pear and musk.Pleasant, subdued/cloudy fruity. I'd have liked this to have an aquatic vibe rather than powdery, it would've suited the white floral note.Clearly going for that Blue Talisman vibe. Closest thing to it, with that being said, 85%.This is a choked out, extra powdery Blue Talisman in 240p.”
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