Best Island by Khadlaj Perfumes Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Island by Khadlaj Perfumes opens with a tropical blend of pineapple and ginger, softened by the powdery orris root. Its heart melds coconut and cypress, settling into a warm base of tonka, sandalwood, amber, and ambergris. Perfumes with a similar bright, fresh yet creamy and woody profile, especially those combining pineapple or coconut with orris or amber, will appeal to those drawn to Island’s nuanced balance of fruitiness and depth.
Kolada by Kajal £195.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- coconut
- lily-of-the-valley
- pineapple
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- marine
Inspired by the iconic cocktail Piña Colada, Kajal Kolada pays homage to escape and blissful pleasure. Kolada starts as it means to go on with a skyscraper pineapple, given an assertive twist by a metallic lily-of-the valley accord. The uneasy alliance of tropical fruit with this mineral floral is fleshed out with creamy coconut milk and amber. A provocative perfume.
Fawaki Fawaki by Mabra £75.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- coconut
- mango
- pineapple
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- vintage/old school
- woody
Fruit punch with emphasis on the PUNCH. Scratchy-sweet pineapple joins forces with crisp green apple and rich mango for a tropical explosion. Before the dust settles, soft almond and coconut infuse the floral and woody haze.
Mulberry Fig by Floris £180.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- coconut
- fig
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- green
- woody
An Eau de Parfum with floral amber notes, Mulberry Fig, is a warm creamy scent combined with bittersweet, green, and powdery orris notes to an incredible effect.
Created by the in-house perfumery team at 89 Jermyn Street.
Inspired by St James's Park, a quick promenade away from our Jermyn Street shop, one of London’s oldest Royal Parks, surrounded by some of the country’s most famous landmarks and lush greenery.
Creamy sweet and bitter green aromas encompass the shoreline of the blissful lake towered by an abundance of fig trees, immense in scale with elongated deciduous leaves flaunting their architectural foliage, believed to be the largest in Britain.
Mulberry Fig is a scent that evokes a floral amber fragrance combining the soft powdery character of orris with hints of fruit and spice. The perfume opens with a sparkle of fig and cardamom supported from the heart with fragrant green tones of vetiver and cypress. Amyris, cedarwood and sandalwood emphasise the overall woody character that permeates through the perfume.
Ambrosia by Byermia £125.00
- Key notes:
- civet
- coconut
- guava
- heliotrope
- mango
- mimosa
- orris (iris root)
- peach
- plumeria
- sandalwood
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- vintage/old school
Inspired by the mythical nectar of the gods, Ambrosia opens with the sweet, delicate notes of plumeria and mango, layered with the lush richness of peach, lychee, and coconut. The heart reveals the creamy depth of heliotrope, musk, and guava, while wafts of French orris, Mysore and Sri Lankan sandalwood, Indian tuberose and vintage Ethiopian civet evoke a divine atmosphere—capturing the essence of heavenly indulgence.
Red by Sora Dora £170.00
- Key notes:
- coconut
- mandarin
- mandora
- nutmeg
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- sunflower
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Warm, spicy and friendly, this extrait summons the good and protects you from the bad. A nutty haze of coconut a-swirl with cardamom, walnut and nutmeg soon deepens with the plush lushness of jasmine and iris. Fig, richly sweet and vegetal, adds contrast, while sandalwood provides cozy, just-out-of-focus grounding that is mellow and milky.
Campus by Molinard £65.00
- Key notes:
- geranium
- lavender
- patchouli
- pineapple
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- woody
Campus is the 'bon vivant' moment in Molinard's historical collection, first created in 2004 it sparks adventurous pineapple and calms into luxurious tones of Provençal Lavender. It conjures an air of freedom and elegance. Beautiful geranium and woody notes from amber and sandalwood makes Campus nothing short of charm in perfume form.
Pluie de Soleil by Phaedon Paris £95.00
- Key notes:
- freesia
- pineapple
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- woody
Pluie de Soleil is a sunny fruity floral. Lemon and bergamot give Pluie de Soleil a fresh opening followed by delicate hints of freesia, white peach and strawberry.
The central fruity floral facet rests on a base of sandalwood, cashmeran and vanilla. With its title translating as 'It’s raining Sun’ Pluie de Soleil is a joyful, vivacious fragrance evocative of a Mediterranean summer.
Ruby by Kajal £195.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- benzoin
- caramel
- cherry
- pineapple
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- woody
Many ancient cultures revered rubies, believing these sacred stones to be immortal emblems of love, vitality and the unyielding pulse of life itself. Ruby opens with a burst of red berries, pineapple, and juicy, juicy cherries. Much like cherry blossoms, cherries conjure the delicate and fleeting nature of life, a reminder of moments to be savoured. The heart notes swirl with whipped cream and brown sugar, before settling into a rich fusion of musk, amber and benzoin.
Still Life in Rio by Olfactive Studio £140.00
- Key notes:
- coconut
- copaiba balm
- ginger
- mandarin
- rum
- yuzu
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- fruity
- woody
A luminous yuzu gourmand, lightened with a tropical note of coconut. The fragrance bursts with zesty citruses elevated by mint and ginger. The warm heart is accentuated by a cocktail of pepper and the creaminess of coconut milk. Brazilian copaiba balm adds depth with its smooth and spicy woodiness, while a delicious rum accord underscores the intrigue.
Nettuno by Mendittorosa £225.00
- Key notes:
- carrot seeds
- ginger
- orris (iris root)
- vetiver
- Aromagroups:
- leather
- woody
‘I fly
In an intergalactic space
Where gods are dancing…’
From "Neptune’s Flight" by Marco Pesatori, astrologer & poet
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Nettuno is a frozen rose floating amid nebulous musks, blue ginger, translucent blooms and soft embracing leather. Powdered particles of earthy iris and vetiver drift like ash over this perfumed flight of fate and stellar protection.
Perfumer: Amelie Bourgeois.
About Island by Khadlaj Perfumes
- What makes Island by Khadlaj Perfumes distinctive compared to similar fragrances?
- Island combines tropical pineapple and coconut with powdery orris and spicy ginger, balanced by warm amber, sandalwood, and ambergris. This blend results in a fresh yet creamy and woody scent that few perfumes replicate exactly.
- Which perfumes on this list share the most notes with Island?
- Mulberry Fig shares four key notes with Island: amber, coconut, orris, and sandalwood. Ambrosia, Red, and Kolada also share multiple common ingredients, reflecting different facets of Island’s profile.
- Are any of these fragrances sweeter than Island?
- Yes, Fawaki Fawaki, Ruby, and Pluie de Soleil include sweeter notes such as vanilla, caramel, and freesia, making them notably sweeter than Island’s more balanced fruity and woody composition.









