Calvin Klein 1996 Edt

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CK Be

by René Morgenthaler

Calvin Klein CK Be is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1996, created by René Morgenthaler. The fragrance opens with Mint, Juniper, Lavender, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Peach, Grass, Freesia, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Opoponax, Vanilla, Sandalwood, and Cedar.

Our verdict on CK Be: Favourite

Ultra-clean, green and soft, CK Be is the ultimate unisex skin scent: easy, chill, and quietly confident without ever shouting. Perfect for those who value subtlety above all.
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  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
CK Be Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 21%
Fruity 7%
Green 19%
Sweet 20%
Warm 7%
Woody 14%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 23%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Green
95%
Aromatic
80%
Woody
70%
Powdery
65%
Fresh Spicy
60%

Notes

Top Notes

Lavender 19% Green 19% Bergamot 17% Mint 16% Juniper 15% Mandarin 14%

Heart Notes

Grass 19% Peach 17% Jasmine 17% Freesia 16% Magnolia 16% Orchid 16%

Base Notes

Musk 20% Sandalwood 19% Cedar 17% Vanilla 15% Amber 15% Opoponax 15%

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

CK Be shines in spring and summer with its crisp green and aromatic freshness, while the light musky-woody drydown is less suited to cold temperatures or winter layering.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, soft projection and sheer style make it perfect for office and casual wear, as well as discreet sports use, but it lacks the richness for formal occasions.

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About

CK Be is a minimalist's dream, opening with a breezy blend of lavender, bergamot, mint and juniper over a heart of green grass, soft florals and a gentle hint of peach. The drydown is a whisper of clean musk and sheer woods, lightly sweetened with vanilla and amber. Airy, powdery and never overwhelming, it feels like freshly washed skin and cool sheets-an unobtrusive signature for those who want to smell quietly fresh and intimately inviting.

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