Is Perfume Parlour Anesse a dupe of Calvin Klein Obsession?

Obsession EDT

Calvin Klein by Jean Guichard Original Acquired

Anesse EDP

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Obsession Eau de Toilette bottle Obsession EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
F Gender F
1985 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Anesse Eau de Parfum bottle Anesse EDP
$18.95+ tax from
1.7 fl oz (50 ml) at FragranceShop.com
Best value $6.49/fl oz (3.4 fl oz (100 ml))
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Obsession EDT
A magnetic, historic powerhouse - Obsession is one of the definitive ambery orientals, radiating heat, sensuality, and a provocative, animalic depth. Not for the faint of heart, but unforgettable.
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Our Verdict - Anesse EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Obsession. Built around Basil, Civet, Coriander, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of Obsession.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Obsession EDT A Anesse 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
Obsession EDT
Anesse EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber Amber 21% vs 29%
Civet Civet 20% vs 15%
Musk Musk 18% vs 21%
Vanilla Vanilla 17% vs 13%
Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 14% vs 8%
Basil Basil 14% vs 15%
Sandalwood Sandalwood 13% vs 15%
Mandarin Mandarin 13% vs 12%
Peach Peach 13% vs 9%
Coriander Coriander 13% vs 14%
Oakmoss Oakmoss 12% vs 19%
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom 11% vs 10%
Jasmine Jasmine 11% vs 13%
Only in Obsession
Incense Incense 21% Vetiver Vetiver 18% Bergamot Bergamot 14% Green Notes Green Notes 14% Lemon Lemon 13% Cedar Cedar 12% Rose Rose 11%
Only in Obsession
Vanilla Vanilla 17% Basil Basil 14% Bergamot Bergamot 14% Green Notes Green Notes 14% Mandarin Mandarin 14% Peach Peach 13% Lemon Lemon 13%
Shared Notes
Spicy Notes Spicy Notes 14% vs 8%
Coriander Coriander 13% vs 14%
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom 11% vs 10%
Jasmine Jasmine 11% vs 13%
Only in Obsession
Sandalwood Sandalwood 14% Oakmoss Oakmoss 13% Cedar Cedar 12% Rose Rose 11%
Only in Anesse
Basil Basil 16% Civet Civet 15% Mandarin Mandarin 13% Peach Peach 10%
Shared Notes
Amber Amber 21% vs 29%
Musk Musk 18% vs 21%
Only in Obsession
Incense Incense 21% Civet Civet 20% Vetiver Vetiver 18%
Only in Anesse
Oakmoss Oakmoss 20% Sandalwood Sandalwood 16% Vanilla Vanilla 14%

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

Obsession Anesse
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Room-filling
Projection
Moderate
Potent
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Obsession

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Obsession's powerful amber, vanilla, and animalic warmth make it ideal for cold weather and crisp fall evenings, where its intensity shines. It can be overwhelming in summer heat, but works beautifully in winter and late autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Best for evening wear, formal events, or dramatic occasions where you want a commanding presence. Its strength and sillage are likely too intense for office or sporty settings.

Anesse

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the woody, aromatic profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the woody accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

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
82%
Key Similarities

Shares 13 of its 20 notes, including Oakmoss, Vanilla, Peach

Key Differences

Adds bergamot and cedar

Where to buy

Obsession EDT
Anesse EDP
Wide selection Amazon US Prime delivery often available Check price on → Lowest Upfront $18.95 FragranceShop.com - 1.7 fl oz (50 ml) Buy Best Value $21.95 FragranceShop.com - 3.4 fl oz (100 ml) - $6.49/fl oz Buy
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Obsession EDT

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FragranceShop.com $6.49/fl oz +$7.95 delivery $21.95 Buy →
FragranceNet $8.69/fl oz +$8.95 delivery $29.39 Buy →

Anesse EDP

No shop we track that delivers to you has it in stock.

1.0 fl oz (30 ml)
eCosmetics $63.09/fl oz Free delivery $64.00 Buy →
Not available
1.7 fl oz (50 ml)
FragranceShop.com $11.21/fl oz +$7.95 delivery $18.95 Buy → FragranceNet $12.41/fl oz +$8.95 delivery $20.99 Buy →
Not available
2.5 fl oz (75 ml)
Fragrance365 $16.96/fl oz - $43.00 Buy →
Not available
3.4 fl oz (100 ml)
FragranceShop.com $6.49/fl oz +$7.95 delivery $21.95 Buy → FragranceNet $8.69/fl oz +$8.95 delivery $29.39 Buy →
Not available
4.0 fl oz (120 ml)
Fragrance365 $10.10/fl oz - $41.00 Buy →
Not available
6.8 fl oz (200 ml)
Fragrance365 $8.28/fl oz - $56.00 Buy →
Not available

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