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Empire Victor

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Khadlaj Perfumes Empire Victor is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024. Empire Victor opens with Bergamot and Lemon, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Caramel, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vanilla. Khadlaj Perfumes's Empire Victor carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

A divisive one, this. Khadlaj Empire Victor promises a lemon vanilla dream, and some find it, while others are left with a weak, synthetic mess that’s an ambroxan bomb. It's a gorgeous scent for some, a disappointment for others. Proceed with caution.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Cozy
  • Sweet
  • Clean
  • Soft
  • Elegant
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Empire Victor Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Narcotic Delight by Initio Parfums Privés
2%
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Narcotic Delight the original Empire Victor inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon59%
Bergamot41%
Heartas listed
Caramel61%
Jasmine39%
Baseas listed
Vanilla61%
Musk39%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its sweet, inviting gourmand profile makes it perfect for casual and date settings, loved for attracting compliments. However, its often weak performance and intimate sillage mean it's less suited for formal events or sports, and might be too close for an open-plan office setting without heavy spraying.

Ingredients and allergens

ETHANOL (DENAT), PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), WATER (AQUA), CITRAL, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, FARNESOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-declared Khadlaj Perfumes says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Empire Victor opens with a burst of zesty bergamot and lemon, a bright, uplifting citrus that quickly mellows. This tartness gives way to a creamy heart of jasmine and rich, buttery caramel. The dry down settles into a soft, comforting base of sweet vanilla and warm musk, creating a gourmand experience that's often described as a lemon cupcake or vanilla cake, though some find the lemon note leans too much towards cleaning products.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United States · · checked 6 October

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