Celebrity fragrances get a bad rap, and honestly, most of them deserve it. But every once in a while, someone puts out something that makes you pause and go "wait, this is actually decent." XO Khloé by Khloé Kardashian is one of those fragrances that sits right on the line between generic celebrity scent and genuinely wearable perfume.
What Does XO Khloé Smell Like?
The opening hits you with a burst of sweet fruits — think ripe berries mixed with a little citrus brightness. There's a candied quality to it that feels very much in the celebrity fragrance lane. After about 15-20 minutes, a creamy floral heart comes through with jasmine and some soft vanilla notes.
The dry down is where it gets interesting. There's a warm, musky base with a hint of sandalwood that gives it some depth you don't usually get from celebrity scents. It's not groundbreaking by any means, but it's put together well enough that it doesn't smell cheap.
Performance — How Long Does It Last?
- Longevity: 4-6 hours, which is average for this category
- Projection: Moderate for the first hour, then becomes a skin scent
- Sillage: People within arm's reach will smell it, but it won't fill a room
Performance is where most celebrity fragrances fall apart, and XO Khloé is no exception. You're getting decent projection for about an hour before it pulls in close. Plan on reapplying if you want this to last through a full day.
When to Wear XO Khloé
This is a daytime, casual fragrance through and through. Brunch with friends, running errands, casual dates — that's where this lives. Don't try to take it to a fancy dinner or a night out because it doesn't have the weight or the staying power for that.
It works best in spring and summer when the fruity-floral DNA really shines. In colder weather, it just kind of disappears.
The Downsides — Let's Be Real
- Generic opening: The first 10 minutes smell like a lot of other celebrity fragrances. If you've smelled one fruity-floral celebrity scent, this opening won't surprise you.
- Weak longevity: 4-6 hours with moderate projection means you're reapplying at least once.
- Not unique: There's nothing here that makes you go "wow, I've never smelled anything like this." It's well-made but safe.
- The name factor: Some people just won't buy a Kardashian fragrance on principle, and that's a real barrier.
Buy or Skip?
If you're looking for a pleasant, easy-wearing fruity-floral that won't offend anyone, XO Khloé delivers exactly that. It's not going to win any awards for originality, but it smells good and it's priced right for what it is. If you already have a go-to fruity-floral, you probably don't need this. But if you're building a collection and want something light and approachable, it's a solid pick.
Rating: 6.5/10
A competent celebrity fragrance that does its job without doing anything extraordinary. Better than most celeb scents, but not by a wide margin.