Is French Avenue 8th Wonder a dupe of Kajal Perfumes Paris Kajal IV?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Kajal IV is a beast mode leather scent that's divisive. Some love its smooth, sweet, and smoky depth, praising its quality and nuclear projection, while others find the sweetness cloying and the projection overwhelming. Approach with caution, but sample if you dare to make a statement.
A truly epic, attention-grabbing amber bomb that's all about rich, boozy fruit and unapologetic charisma. Some say it's masculine to a fault, but everyone agrees on its monstrous, all-day performance.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its nuclear projection and potent leather notes, Kajal IV is too much for an office environment. It shines on dates and formal occasions, particularly in cooler weather, where its bold character can be appreciated without overwhelming others.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it too much for most office environments, but it shines on dates and formal outings, ensuring you make an impact. The rich, warm, and sweet accords are suitable for casual wear too, especially when applied with a lighter hand.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 3 of its 11 notes, including Date, Cardamom, Davana
Adds blackcurrant and jasmine, drops amber xtreme and benzoin
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Kajal IV EDP
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International (2)
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. Prices in your currency are estimates (ECB rate 2 Oct); the shop charges its own price, shown in brackets. How import charges work