Revolution

It gives the idea of Reflection man. It is just as fresh with a floral vibe the same way Reflection is, which is a nice change compared to other masculine freshies. The main difference with Reflection is that instead of the sweet Iris, this one is more green leaning, which changes the character of the fragrance a lot. I usually don't like green fragrances much but this one combined with the florals is nice. Performance is average for a freshie like this. 5-6 hours with moderate projection. As other reviewers have said its about 60-70% Reflection, its not a 1:1 clone. If you want to buy it to get a general idea of what Reflection would smell like, go ahead. If you like Reflection, you will probably also like this. Yet as a cheap versatile office/formal fragrance, if you judge on its own, its an amazing buy and i don't regret it one bit.

Good scent, bad performance Update: after macceration it get better

Revolution starts with an assertive clarity — a blend of peppery herbs and bright citruses that feels refreshingly sharp yet effortlessly clean. The particularly prominent rosemary note is strikingly realistic — identical to the dried herb in my spice rack, as if capturing its scent in a photograph. Later, the fragrance maintains its crispness but introduces a soft, powdery nuance — just enough to hint at elegance without crossing into overtly vintage territory. I usually dislike powdery fragrances, but this one sits right on the edge of my preference. It leans more towards a soapy feeling rather than being the dominant aspect. As it dries down, the composition shifts toward a warm, spicy character intertwined with a classic blue fragrance base DNA. This makes it highly universal and incredibly versatile. While it leans masculine, a sharply dressed woman could wear it just as well — it's not like a gym deodorant scent but more refined, far from generic. Notably, this fragrance bears no resemblance to the typical Middle Eastern scent profile, making it an ideal choice for those who usually avoid that style. It's more like a freshly starched linen shirt — smooth, structured, but with a slight roughness when pressed between fingers. Its biggest flaw, however, is the extremely weak projection — it becomes skin-close almost immediately. Longevity isn't great either — an extreme overspray is necessary to make any impact. You'll have to drench yourself in it just to be noticed. For comparison, I previously owned Khadlaj Shiyaaka, and it was identical in every aspect, performance included. I ended up selling it since it is more popular and quickly found a buyer. They're completely interchangeable. This is a well-groomed fragrance with a unique spicy twist. It's undeniably pleasant and comforting, but I do have one major complaint — its laughable performance. Even after sitting in my wardrobe for a year, it remained unchanged. Not the best investment, but I've never encountered this exact scent combination before. Opening note: 7- Sillage/Projection: 3- Drydown: 7+ Longevity: 4- Blend/Composition: 8- Versatility: 9 Uniqueness: 8 Value for money: 4+ Bottle design/Aesthetics: 8- Overall experience: 6+ Blind-buy rating: 7+

I haven't tried the Amouage version yet, but this immediately reminded me of Ted Lapidus Black Soul. The neroli/orange blossom accord is dominant, providing a somewhat-sweet, mildly bubble gum note. The orris, ylang ylang and jasmine combine to create something akin to a violet leaf scent while retaining pieces of each individual ingredient. Patchouli is also a strong player here, providing a chocolately-smoothness. I get no bitter orange, woods or vetiver. This is a cooler weather scent, projecting an aura that feels like an old favorite sweatshirt. It can be worn by men or women. The patchouli gives this a bit of a Dead Head vibe - this one would not play especially well in formal settings, but running errands, curling up with a partner in front of a fire or even outdoors activities would work nicely.

#906 in my "Tour de Fragrance" I've had Amouage "Reflection Man" on the shelf for a couple of years, and turns out this is an exact clone in every way. I like this scent DNA well enough. Solid performer. Overall it's very unisex and comes off a little more floral and fruity than I prefer, as most scents with ylang ylang seem to do. So I have seldom worn Reflection Man. When I do it gets positive notice. I think what it is for me is my gym uses a bathroom cleaner called "Fabuloso" that smells like this, so every time I smell it it puts me in mind of the men's restroom at the gym. Oh well. This probably won't get use much either. This is car pool, elevator and small office safe. Very pleasant. I think it's day wear, beach wear, not date wear. Summer wear.