In the Beginning was the Dream — В начале был Сон by Khaikin

In the Beginning was the Dream: Khaikin’s Spicy Oriental Perfume

Khaikin’s In the Beginning was the Dream — В начале был Сон appeared in 2024 as a spicy oriental fragrance for women and men. Its creator, Kirill Khaikin, has made a scent with a properly poetic name and a personality to match.

The opening is a vivid, honeyed blend of red berries, red wine, honey and lime. The heart then turns darker and more piquant, with black rose, patchouli, saffran, cumin and a concrete note, before the base takes over with balsamic, woody warmth.

The first whiff is rich and slightly heady. Red berries and red wine are edged with honey and a sharp flick of lime, creating an opening that feels both fruity and sophisticated. That honeyed thread runs through the entire composition, giving it continuity.

In the heart, things become more complex. Black rose supplies a dusky, velvety character, while patchouli adds a grounded, earthy feel. Saffran and cumin bring a gentle heat, and the concrete note contributes a faint mineral texture. It is a study in contrastes: sweet, dry, dark and luminous at once.

The base is all about noble ingredients: myrrh, Atles cedar, helichrysum, oakmoss, musc and amber. On drydown, the perfume becomes quieter and more introspective, leaving a woody, resinous trail that lasts. There is an almost ceremonial quality to it, ideal for slow evenings.

The overall impression is a spicy oriental built on sweet, fruity, woody, honeyed and mineral accords. It is not a scent for wallflowers; it needs a confident wearer and suists moments when you want to leave an impression. Its sillage and staying power feel designed for long nights and significant occasions.

With a rating of 3.72 out of 5 from 18 votes, it has clearly prompted strong reactions. Some may find it a modern take on a classic style; others may see it as a more restrained gourmand. Either way, it is a perfume with definite character.

This will appeal to fans of spicy orientals, especially those who enjoy contrastes between red fruity, honey, spices and woods. It is also a good match for anyone seeking a unisex, enveloping fragrance with a nocturn al, artistic mood.

In the Beginning was the Dream — В начале был Сон is not just a name: it is a journey. Khaikin balances the bright and the dark, the sweet and the mineral, to create a perfume that leaves a trail and a memory. A distinctive choice for adventurous noses.