Khadlaj · Shiyaaka Shadow · Eau De Parfum · For Men · 100ml
Grapefruit, patchouli, and a shadow of commanding depth.
Grapefruit, lavender and pink pepper open into cashmere wood, rose and ambrette over a patchouli-cedarwood-musk base — sharp, spiced and irresistibly magnetic.
Khadlaj ShiyaakaEau De Parfum100mlFor MenIn Stock8–10 hrs Longevity
Inspired byBleu de Chanel Parfum / Sharp Citrus Patchouli Masculine Style
About This Fragrance
Khadlaj Shiyaaka Shadow is the boldest and most masculine member of the Shiyaaka collection — a sharp, spiced, patchouli-cashmere wood composition that commands rather than requests attention. The opening of grapefruit, lavender, and pink pepper is immediately striking — sharp citrus, cool aromatics, and hot-spiced pepper combining in a vibrant, multi-dimensional introduction.
The heart of cashmere wood, rose, and ambrette is beautifully constructed — cashmere wood's soft-woody warmth, rose's classic elegance, and ambrette's distinctively musky-floral quality. The base of patchouli, cedarwood, and musk provides the foundation of dark, lasting depth — patchouli giving Shiyaaka Shadow its distinctive earthy character that sets it apart from conventional fresh masculines.
Fragrance Pyramid
⚡Opening
Top Notes
- Grapefruit
- Lavender
- Pink Pepper
🔥The Heart
Middle Notes
- Cashmere Wood
- Rose
- Ambrette
Scent Profile
ProjectionModerate–Strong
Best Worn For
💼Office & Professional
Sharp and assertive — a commanding professional masculine presence
🌙Evening & Social
The patchouli-cashmere-musk base deepens magnificently for evening
🌸All Seasons
The grapefruit-patchouli-cashmere balance is genuinely versatile year round
Who Is This For
For the man who casts the longest shadow in every room.
Shiyaaka Shadow is for men who love sharp, citrus-patchouli masculines with cashmere wood depth. Fans of Bleu de Chanel Parfum, Dior Sauvage Elixir, or Afnan Turathi Brown will find Shadow delivers comparable bold masculine character.
How It Compares
Shiyaaka Shadow's grapefruit-pink pepper-cashmere wood-patchouli structure is the boldest and most masculine in the Shiyaaka collection.
Primary Inspiration
Bleu de Chanel — Parfum
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Both sharp, woody masculines. Bleu de Chanel Parfum is more sandalwood-vetiver aromatic; Shiyaaka Shadow adds pink pepper, cashmere wood and patchouli for a more assertive, earthy character.
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What Customers Are Saying
★★★★★
Shiyaaka Shadow is the most masculine Khadlaj fragrance I own. The grapefruit-pink pepper opening is sharp and vibrant and the patchouli-cashmere heart is genuinely bold.
Arjun M.
Verified Purchase · Jun 2026
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★★★★★
The cashmere wood note makes Shiyaaka Shadow unique — it adds a soft, warm quality that balances the sharp pink pepper beautifully.
Vikram K.
Verified Purchase · May 2026
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How To Wear It
01
Pulse Points
Wrists, neck and inner elbows — body heat activates and projects the scent
02
Don't Rub
Spray and let it settle — rubbing breaks the molecular structure of top notes
03
Layer on Fabric
A light spray on your collar amplifies projection and longevity significantly
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Gifting Guidance
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A bold, assertive gift — the most masculine Shiyaaka.
Khadlaj Shiyaaka Shadow is the most assertively masculine fragrance in the Shiyaaka range — a confident, impressive gift. Ships pan-India from FridayCharm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shiyaaka Shadow smell like?
Opens with grapefruit, lavender and pink pepper — sharp and vibrant. Heart of cashmere wood, rose and ambrette — warm and bold. Base of patchouli, cedarwood and musk — earthy and lasting.
What is ambrette in perfumery?
Ambrette seed is a natural musky-floral ingredient that adds a distinctive skin-warm musk character to the cashmere wood heart.
How long does Shiyaaka Shadow last?
Expect 8–10 hours with moderate to strong projection.
Is Shadow the boldest of the Shiyaaka collection?
Yes — Sky is fresh and clean, Snow is cool and refined, Shadow is sharp, spiced and commanding.