Khadlaj 2024

Empire Empress

AromaticMiddle EastUnisexEau de Parfum

Opens fresh and herbal with Davana, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper building through a green, aromatic heart of White Amber, Rosemary, and Oud over a confident base of Musk, Leather, and Vetiver.

The bloodline

Imperial ValleyGissahStrong

This bottle carries the Imperial Valley DNA. Shares 9 notes with the original.

bergamotpink pepperdavanaagarwood oudwhite amberrosemary+3 more

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Close to the original, test before buying both

Shares most of its notes with Imperial Valley by Gissah. If you already own it, this may feel redundant.

Wear in
monsoon
winter
Wear for
formal
special occasion
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Empire Empress bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

AnimalicAromaticCitrusSmokySweetWoodyBitterCamphorous

Longevity

9h

Sillage

Strong

Launched

2024

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Empire Empress is widely considered inspired by Gissah Imperial Valley, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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