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The One Eau de Parfum bottle The One EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender M
2015 Year 2011
££ Price Tier £
CK One Shock For Him Eau de Toilette bottle CK One Shock For Him EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The One EDP
A masterful blend of tobacco, amber, and spice that radiates warmth and sophistication. The One EDP is a modern classic for the man who wants to be remembered-deep, inviting, and impossible to mistake for anything else.
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Our Verdict - CK One Shock For Him EDT
This is a seriously divisive cheapie that punches above its weight. Some rave about its unique sweet tobacco, while others can't get past that odd cucumber opening or the questionable performance. Definitely a try-before-you-buy, unless you are into blind bargains.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The One EDP
CK One Shock For Him EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Cardamom 35% vs 29%
Shared Notes
Amber 34% vs 22%
Tobacco 34% vs 27%
Only in The One
Cedar 30%
Only in CK One Shock For Him
Patchouli 18% Woody 17% Musk 16%

Accords

The One CK One Shock For Him
Tobacco
100%
95%
Amber
80%
60%
Warm Spicy
88%
80%
Fresh Spicy
76%
50%
Sweet
79%
70%
Citrus
56%
70%
Aromatic
69%
50%
Woody
69%
Lavender
58%
Patchouli
58%
45%
Fresh
100%
Amber shared
95%
80%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
88%
Fresh Spicy shared
80%
76%
Sweet shared
50%
79%
Citrus shared
70%
56%
Aromatic shared
70%
69%
Woody shared
50%
69%
58%
58%
45%

Performance

The One CK One Shock For Him
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The One

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The blend of warm amber, sweet tobacco and spice makes The One EDP ideal for fall and winter, while the aromatic citrus top keeps it wearable in spring. The richness and warmth may become heavy in hot summer weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, enveloping, and slightly sweet tobacco-amber character is romantic and inviting, perfect for date night, but its moderate projection lets it work for casual or even office use. Too rich for sports or high-heat activity.

CK One Shock For Him

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its warm, sweet tobacco profile makes it ideal for casual settings and date nights, particularly in cooler weather. While some find it suitable for the office, its moderate projection and casual vibe mean it is not the top choice for formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, fresh spicy, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

The One EDP
CK One Shock For Him EDT
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