Khadlaj
Empire Crown
Best Bvlgari Bvlgari Dupe
Khadlaj Empire Crown is a clone of Bvlgari Bvlgari, with a 72% accuracy score and about 80% cheaper than the original.
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72% MatchInspired by $172 originalSave about 80%
Accuracy Breakdown
Overall Accuracy72%
Longevity5-7 hours
SillageModerate
You SaveAbout 80%
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The Scoop
Empire Crown captures the citrus brightness and spiced cardamom heart of the original reasonably well, maintaining the clean aromatic structure. However, it lacks the woody complexity and depth of the designer's multi-layered base, resulting in a thinner, less sophisticated dry-down that fades faster.
Key Differences
The clone simplifies the base notes significantly, missing the guaiac wood, brazilian rosewood, and balsam fir complexity that give Bvlgari its distinctive woody-smoky character. Longevity and projection are noticeably reduced, making this a budget option for the DNA rather than a true dupe.
Fragrance Profile
★ 4.5 community ratingAccords
fresh spicy· Dominantwoody· Dominantcitrus· Dominantpatchouli· Dominantearthy· Dominantaromatic· Prominentfresh· Prominentwarm spicy· Moderatemusky· Moderatebalsamic· Moderate
Best Seasons
Spring100%
Summer94%
Fall / Autumn81%
Winter60%
Best Occasions
Professional100%
Casual68%
Night Out43%
Community Insights
★ 4.5 from 41 ratingsWhat people who wear Khadlaj Empire Crown report, based on votes and reviews from a large fragrance community.
Main accords
citrus
musky
fresh spicy
aromatic
woody
earthy
patchouli
fresh
Longevity
Very weak7%
Weak7%
Moderate43%
Long lasting43%
Eternal0%
Sillage
Intimate3%
Moderate57%
Strong40%
Enormous0%
Who wears it
Female3%
More female0%
Unisex25%
More male34%
Male38%
Day or night
Day
Night
Value for money
Way overpriced0%
Overpriced4%
Ok7%
Good value36%
Great value54%
People say it reminds them of
What wearers say
“This + rue broca theoreme are better tygar implementations then turathi. Close 3rd the Maison alhambra one.Hard to find nowadays, theoreme is easier to find, cheaper and probably a bit more long-lasting.”
“I have Empire Crown from Khadlaj and Rue Broca Theoreme. They are both clones of Tygar, which I don't have because I earn my money and I don't spend it on perfumes and watches that cost triple digits. Both are gorgeous and similar, but not identical. Empire Crown is more woody, more mature and Theoreme is more citrusy, sweet and less mature, good for clubbing and going out with friends. If you love this dna and wish you could where it at work, dressed up, but also when you go out with friends, than your wish is fulfilled: Empire Crown for work and Theoreme for casual situations.”
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