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Kalem Keyif
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Kalem Keyif in the Tonight Collection
Kalem Keyif is a unisex fragrance in parfum, or extrait de parfum, concentration, released in 2024 by the Russian brand Kalem.
The fragrance is part of the Tonight Collection and continues its concept of evening compositions with a distinctive character and a noticeable presence.
It was created for women and men who enjoy oriental and gourmand fragrances with an unusual combination of fruity, tea, floral and musky nuances.
Kalem Keyif does not try to be neutral or discreet: its character is built on the contrast between juicy fruits, astringent pu-erh, honeyed warmth and animalic nuances.
The fragrance's character and development
At the heart of the composition are pomegranate and raspberry, lending the scent a juicy, slightly tart fruity energy.
They are offset by pu-erh with a dry tea accent, while thyme adds a spicy, herbal facet and makes the fragrance feel more composed.
As it develops, Kalem Keyif becomes warmer and deeper.
Beeswax creates a soft honeyed impression, osmanthus introduces a velvety floral nuance, while musk and civet form a dense, sensual base with a distinctive animalic character.
Thanks to this combination, the fragrance feels multifaceted, bringing together fruity brightness, tea-like dryness, gourmand roundness and oriental richness.
Kalem Keyif has a very powerful sillage, so it is highly noticeable in the air and can linger in the memory for a long time.
It is a choice for evenings, cool weather, special occasions and situations when you want to emphasize your individuality rather than blend into your surroundings.
For the office and small spaces, moderation is advisable: the precise dosage for skin and clothing is not specified in the available information.
The perfumer and the fragrance's place in the brand's style
The composition was created by Umid Asadov.
His work with contrasting materials is reflected in the fragrance's unusual construction: berry and pomegranate nuances are paired with pu-erh, wax, osmanthus and a musky-animalic accord.
Kalem Keyif expresses the character of the Kalem brand through its rich concentration and bold combination of notes.
This is more than just a sweet fruity perfume: tea-like astringency, thyme and civet add depth, allowing the composition to develop differently on different people's skin.
Similar fragrances and who Kalem Keyif is for
Those looking for alternatives may want to explore Serge Lutens Un Bois Vanille, as well as Esika Red Intense and Nike The Perfume Woman.
They may appeal to fans of noticeable, expressive and sensual compositions, although each fragrance reveals its character in its own way.
Kalem Keyif is well suited to those who enjoy experimenting with unusual combinations and value long-lasting, extremely powerful scents.
It is best viewed as an evening unisex fragrance with a fruity-tea opening, honeyed floral nuances as it develops and a dense musky-animalic drydown.
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