Is Perfume Parlour Close To NYC For Men a dupe of Calvin Klein CK IN2U for Him?

CK IN2U for Him EDT

Calvin Klein by Carlos Benaïm, Bruno Jovanovic, Loc Dong, Jean-Marc Chaillan Original

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - CK IN2U for Him EDT

This one's a divisive cheapie: some call it a uniquely fresh, comforting scent, others label it a weak, synthetic 'nothingburger' with woeful performance. Expect a short-lived citrus and cacao curiosity, not a showstopper.

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Our Verdict - Close To NYC For Men EDP

Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of CK IN2U - a floral fragrance led by Raspberry, Apricot, Guava, with fruity depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.

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Scent Profile

How they compare

CK IN2U for Him EDT A Close To NYC For Men EDP B

Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

CK IN2U for Him EDT

Close To NYC For Men EDP

Notes

Only in CK IN2U for Him

Lemon 56% Tomato Leaf 44%

Only in Close To NYC For Men

Raspberry 38% Apricot 33% Guava 29%

Only in CK IN2U for Him

Cacao Pod 100%

Only in Close To NYC For Men

Tiare Flower 38% Magnolia 33% Jasmine 28%

Shared Notes

Cedar 37% vs 28%

Only in CK IN2U for Him

Musk 34% Vetiver 29%

Only in Close To NYC For Men

Caramel 38% Tonka Bean 33%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

CK IN2U for Him Close To NYC For Men

Short (2-4h)

Longevity

Short (2-4h)

Moderate

Projection

Intimate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

CK IN2U for Him

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual Sport

Also Works:

Office

Its poor longevity and weak projection make it a poor choice for formal events or dates where you want to make an impression. However, its fresh, clean nature and subtle sillage are suitable for office wear, casual settings, and even after a workout, as it won't overpower anyone.

Close To NYC For Men

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

The floral character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Sport

Its floral, fruity signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match

Key Similarities

Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Cedar

Key Differences

Adds apricot and caramel, drops cacao pod and lemon