Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali

for women

Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali is an aromatic women’s scent with crisp citrus, airy spice, and clean woody freshness that fits day-to-day wear.

Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali

Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali

3.4 oz EDP Spray
$140.00 USD
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Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali
$140.00 USD

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Scent Dossier

Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali is a bright aromatic fragrance for women that leans fresh, lightly spicy, and clean rather than sweet or heavy. The bergamot gives it a lively citrus lift, while cardamom and elemi add a crisp, airy spice with a dry woody edge. It wears best as an everyday daytime scent for work, errands, and travel, especially if you want something put-together that stays close and never feels overwhelming.

Accords

Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Aromatic
Woody
Fresh
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A Scent For

This suits someone who wants a fresh daytime fragrance with a little edge instead of a soft floral or sugary style. It makes sense for women who like clean, crisp scents for work, commuting, and everyday routines, especially if they want something noticeable up close but not pushy. It is less ideal for anyone chasing a rich evening scent, strong sweetness, or big room-filling projection, since it stays fairly restrained.

Occasions

Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office

Seasons

Fall
Fall
Spring
Spring
Summer
Summer
Winter
Winter

Time

Day
Day

Sillage

Sillage
2/4
Moderate

Longevity

Longevity
3/5
Moderate

When and Where

Daytime is where this one makes the most sense, especially for work, casual outings, and travel when you want to smell fresh without taking over the room. Its all-season profile is believable because the citrus and airy spice keep it light, while the woody side gives it enough substance for cooler weather. In very dressy evening settings, though, it may feel too casual, and anyone wanting a cozy cold-weather scent may find it too brisk.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Bergamot
Bergamot
Cardamom
Cardamom
Elemi
Elemi

Deeper Detail

How it Opens

Bright citrus comes through right away, but it is not a juicy fruity style. Bergamot keeps things crisp and upbeat, while cardamom adds a cool spice that feels clean rather than warm or edible. Elemi brings a peppery, slightly resinous edge that gives the scent a sharper, drier profile. Overall, the early impression is fresh, brisk, and tidy, with enough character to avoid smelling plain but never loud or flashy.

How it develops

After the bright start, the scent settles into a cleaner aromatic-woody profile with the spice softening and the citrus becoming less prominent. On skin, it stays dry, fresh, and lightly structured instead of turning creamy, sweet, or powdery. That makes it feel steady and easy to live with through the day. Many wearers describe it as a dependable reach when they want something fresh that feels a little more distinctive than basic citrus.

History

Ktoret 593 Bali launched in 2021 and was created by Gil Clavien for Michael Malul. Within the brand’s lineup, it sits in the fresh daytime lane: aromatic, citrusy, and lightly woody, with a practical everyday feel. The style is current without chasing sweetness or heavy density, which gives it broad daywear appeal for shoppers who prefer a clean, spiced profile.

Perfumier

Gil Clavien

Country of Origin

United States

Year Created

2021

Our Verdict

Buy it if you want a clean, spicy-citrus daytime scent that feels sharp, tidy, and easy to wear across seasons. Skip it if you prefer sweetness, softness, or a louder fragrance that leaves a stronger trail.

The Closest Scents to Michael Malul Ktoret 593 Bali

Ktoret 593 Bali is a fresh spicy aromatic with bright bergamot, cardamom, and elemi at its core. This edit gathers fragrances that share that crisp, aromatic energy, often with citrus or woody accents. While each pick builds on a similar foundation of freshness and spice, they vary in structure and depth, offering distinct paths for anyone drawn to that vibrant, uplifting character.

Like Ktoret 593 Bali, Sauvage Eau Forte opens with bergamot and spices, creating a fresh spicy aromatic start. It shares a crisp, energetic feel but leans more into lavender and woody musk in the base. The addition of elemi in the top notes echoes the source, while the overall structure feels more linear and sharp, making it a bolder daytime choice.

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Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Musky
Citrus
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Travel
Travel
Bond No. 9 Brooklyn

Bond No. 9 Brooklyn

for women and men
$249.00

Brooklyn matches the fresh spicy aromatic profile of Ktoret 593 Bali with cardamom and grapefruit in the top notes. It differs by introducing juniper berries and geranium leaves, adding a green, woody twist. The base of cedar gives it a drier, more forest like character compared to the source, making it feel more grounded and less citrus forward.

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Fresh Spicy
Woody
Citrus
Aromatic
Green
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Travel
Travel
Dior Homme Sport

Dior Homme Sport

for men
$154.00

Dior Homme Sport shares the citrus and fresh spicy accords of Ktoret 593 Bali, with bergamot and lemon leading the way. It diverges by using pink pepper and elemi in the heart, then settling into frankincense and woody notes. This gives it a more athletic, invigorating feel, while the source remains softer and more aromatic overall.

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Citrus
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Fresh
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office
Acqua di Parma Colonia Futura

Acqua di Parma Colonia Futura

for women and men
$129.00

Colonia Futura aligns with Ktoret 593 Bali through its citrus and aromatic accords, featuring bergamot, grapefruit, and pink pepper. It stands apart with clary sage and lavender in the heart, leading to a vetiver base. This creates a more herbal, green character compared to the source, while maintaining a bright, everyday wearability.

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Citrus
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Green
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office
Xerjoff Shooting Stars Nio

Xerjoff Shooting Stars Nio

for women and men
$165.00

Shooting Stars Nio echoes Ktoret 593 Bali with bergamot and fresh spicy elements, but it adds neroli and green notes for a more floral, citrus opening. The heart introduces cardamom, jasmine, and nutmeg, making it richer and more complex. Its woody amber base with patchouli and guaiac wood provides depth that the source lacks, offering a more luxurious experience.

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Citrus
Aromatic
Green
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office

Viking Cologne shares the fresh spicy aromatic foundation of Ktoret 593 Bali, with bergamot, lemon, and pink pepper at the top. It differs by incorporating lavender, geranium, and rosemary in the heart, then a robust woody base of cedar, sandalwood, and vetiver. This gives it a more herbal, masculine edge, while the source stays lighter and more citrus driven.

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Citrus
Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Fresh
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office

L'Homme connects to Ktoret 593 Bali through its citrus and fresh spicy accords, with bergamot, ginger, and lemon in the top. It sets itself apart with violet leaf and white pepper in the heart, plus a cedar and tonka base. This creates a softer, slightly powdery character, whereas the source is more straightforwardly aromatic and crisp.

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Citrus
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Fresh
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Bond No. 9 Dubai Garnet

Bond No. 9 Dubai Garnet

for women and men
$243.00

Dubai Garnet shares the aromatic and fresh spicy accords of Ktoret 593 Bali, opening with bergamot, black pepper, and cardamom. It differs by introducing jasmine, lavender, and rose in the heart, leading to an amber musk base. This makes it warmer and more floral, suited for evening wear, while the source is brighter and more casual.

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Aromatic
Floral
Fresh Spicy
Amber
Musky
Evening Out
Evening Out
Formal
Formal
Party
Party
Dior Sauvage

Dior Sauvage

for men
$125.00

Sauvage mirrors Ktoret 593 Bali with bergamot and fresh spicy pepper at the top, plus aromatic lavender and geranium in the heart. It diverges with a base of ambroxan, cedar, and labdanum, giving it a more synthetic, ambery warmth. The source feels more natural and citrusy, whereas Sauvage is bolder and more projecting.

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Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Aromatic
Woody
Amber
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Everyday
Everyday
Evening Out
Evening Out
Work / Office
Work / Office

Sauvage Eau de Parfum shares the bergamot and fresh spicy character of Ktoret 593 Bali, but adds lavender, nutmeg, and star anise for a spicier, more complex heart. Its base of ambroxan and vanilla makes it warmer and sweeter than the source. This version is richer and more suited for cooler weather, while the source remains lighter.

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Fresh Spicy
Amber
Citrus
Aromatic
Vanilla
Casual
Casual
Date Night
Date Night
Evening Out
Evening Out
Everyday
Everyday

Versace Man Eau Fraiche connects to Ktoret 593 Bali through its citrus and aromatic accords, with bergamot, lemon, and cardamom in the top. It stands out with carambola and Brazilian rosewood, adding a fruity, exotic twist. The base of amber, musk, and saffron gives it a warmer, more sensual finish, while the source stays more purely aromatic.

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Citrus
Aromatic
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Fresh
Casual
Casual
Everyday
Everyday
Travel
Travel
Work / Office
Work / Office

Y Eau de Parfum aligns with Ktoret 593 Bali in its aromatic and fresh spicy profile, featuring bergamot, ginger, and aldehydes. It differs with apple and sage in the heart, plus a base of ambergris, cedar, and tonka. This creates a sweeter, more modern feel, whereas the source is more traditional and citrus forward.

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Aromatic
Fresh Spicy
Woody
Amber
Fresh
Everyday
Everyday
Work / Office
Work / Office
Casual
Casual
Evening Out
Evening Out