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New Hawas Line King

For the starters being honest I never owned "Imagination" coz when I went and smell it I felt it's too expensive for its fragrance (In My opinion)
But When this Perfume came in, not only it's close but it has an amazing performance as expected.
Currently I'm using it as My everyday Go in Office & Many people loved it
So I would suggest even Blind buy is Safe..!!

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10/02/2025

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Beautiful

I have the montagne clone which is good but it’s far too soapy for me. So I decided to give Kobra a try since I started collecting a couple of the Hawas bottles. I have around 200 bottles but for past week I end up wearing Kobra each day. It is soapy but toned compared to other clones. Nice spiced ginger and cinnamon. Fresh citrus and tea. As a man this is my favorite variation of the DNA as the longevity is top notch. Granted the bottle and name isn’t representative of the fragrance but solid bottle

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12/07/2025

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Not the best imagination clone

Very much Similar to normal soap smell, a bit harsh and strong opening. I give the scent smell 7/10.
Comparing with other imagination clones in the market this one is not the best. I believe Marwa is much more better alternative with same smelling profile as I give Marwa 9/10 .
Performance is ok last 8-10 hours.

Is it a safe blind buy ?
No I don’t think so I think Hawas original and ice much more better than this one and they consider a safe options for blind buying.

Overall I don’t think Hawas Kobra worth the hype. Although still not bad fragrance.

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09/18/2025

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Great Scent in the Direction of Imagination

Another new addition to my collection: The Kobra from the Hawas line by Rasasi. This brand from Dubai has somewhat faded from the spotlight in recent years when it comes to hype. Unjustly so, especially with this Hawas line, which has seen many new releases in recent months. This Kobra is also new and already well available on the German market. As a new release, it is a bit pricier at 40€, but still absolutely reasonable. What characterizes the Hawas line for me: Absolutely pleasing, mass-appeal DNAs executed with high quality, and these fragrances have plenty of longevity and projection. Hats off for this price. I haven't learned much about this Kobra in advance, only that it is supposed to be roughly in the direction of "Imagination | Louis Vuitton." I actually don't want any more dupes that go in this direction, as I have enough in my collection and the differences between these alternatives are not that significant. But I was curious about this Hawas, and since I collect this line: Let's Go. I can say upfront that this is my favorite with this DNA, at least in the low-budget range under 50€. There are many good alternatives, but I am 100% satisfied with this one. For me, the safest blind buy.

With this name and this black bottle, one might expect a different direction, so this is more of a hidden dupe. This bottle is really cool with its dark look, which should not be confused with "Hawas Black / هوس | Rasasi / الرصاصي," which is a dupe of Hacivat.
So far, no pyramid has been provided. Many pyramids are circulating online for this fragrance, which clearly state that this is an obvious alternative to Imagination. Here’s a look at one:
Top Notes: Ginger, Bergamot, Tangerine
Heart Notes: Cinnamon, Neroli, Green Tea
Base Notes: Musk, Woody Notes, Amber
It’s really obvious which direction Rasasi wants to take here. Imagination immediately comes to mind when you spray this fragrance fresh. Not synthetic, but simply great and lively. The scent is uplifting and definitely has the same vibes as the LV. Even if there will be some critics who say it deviates quite a bit: It doesn't matter. This fragrance can convince, and it will also elicit similar compliments. Of course, the notes of green tea, neroli, cinnamon, ginger, and ambroxan are already indicators of a similar scent. There is a small difference here, of course: I find this Kobra a bit fruitier, especially in the top note. However, this is absolutely not a bad thing, as it brings a wonderful summery fruity freshness with this tangerine. The tea notes also feel invigorating, and here green tea is listed instead of black tea in the pyramid. It makes no difference in terms of appeal, as green tea also has a great refreshing effect. The ginger-cinnamon spiciness has something likable and convinces me here. Towards the base, there is an ambroxan freshness with clean musk and soft fresh wood coming through. Very fine and easy to wear. I also like the quality of this Kobra. This fragrance has really convinced me, and I will definitely wear it more often, not just in summer. Overall, I have no criticisms, so this is a great scent.
Performance is superb like all of this line, and the projection of the opening is very nice and similar to that of LV. The longevity lasts at least 8 hours. Thus, it’s a great daytime fragrance and perfect for summer and sporty activities, truly an all-rounder.

There will certainly be people who will criticize this "dupe": I am extremely satisfied, and this scent does not have to be 1:1 like the original. What matters is that this fragrance brings joy, and it does. A clear recommendation and one of the safest blind buys when it comes to mass appeal.

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10/25/2025

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Rasasi Hawas Kobra vs. Zara Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes Intense

Both fragrances clearly move in the same direction as Louis Vuitton Imagination: modern, fresh, and ambroxan-heavy. A fragrance DNA that has been trending for some time now, and it feels like every brand has its own version.

I tested the LV once, and I generally like the DNA quite a bit, but not enough to spend €350 on it. Personally, it's not my number one among fragrances…

So I looked for alternatives. I bought the Zara during my summer vacation in Spain for around €22, mainly because my girlfriend is totally into it. A little later, the Hawas Kobra came into play, and the similarity really surprised me.

Both are great summer freshies with a clear, clean, and appealing aura. The Zara seems a bit brighter, fresher, and slightly greener at the start. The Hawas starts identically, but it lacks that slight green touch; instead, it feels a bit spicier to me. In the base, both meet again, ambroxan-heavy, elegant, and very mass-appealing.

In terms of longevity and sillage, Rasasi has a slight edge, but the Zara also lasts surprisingly well and remains noticeable on the skin for a long time, especially for a fragrance in this price range.

Amber Oud Aqua by Al Haramain also tries to hit the same style but comes off as significantly soapier, more synthetic, and unbalanced.

In summary, Zara and Hawas Kobra smell extremely similar and only differ in small nuances. Both are great alternatives to the original, and if you own one, you really don't need the other. One is enough in the collection. Personally, I prefer the Kobra just a tad more.

I will share this comparison post in the same form for both the Zara and the Rasasi. If that is not allowed, let me know.