Calvin Klein 2011 EDT

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CK Free Blue

by Caroline Sabas

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Calvin Klein CK Free Blue is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011, created by Caroline Sabas. CK Free Blue opens with Mandarin, Lavender, and Mint, settles into a heart of Green Notes, Cardamom, Nutmeg, and Rain, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, and Amber. Calvin Klein's CK Free Blue carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one is a ghost. It's a lovely fresh, clean scent that everyone seems to enjoy, but it vanishes almost as soon as you spray it. Ideal for those who prefer their fragrance as subtle as a whisper, or for anyone who enjoys reapplying every half hour.
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  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Modern
  • Masculine
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CK Free Blue Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender35%
Mint34%
Mandarin31%
Heartas listed
Rain38%
Green Notes23%
Cardamom20%
Nutmeg19%
Baseas listed
Musk35%
Amber34%
Leather32%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its extremely weak projection and longevity make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, as it's unlikely to offend anyone. However, it's far too subtle for dates or formal events where you'd want a fragrance to make a statement.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine a cool, crisp morning, a gentle breeze carrying the scent of a dew-kissed garden. CK Free Blue opens with a bright, zesty mandarin, softened by aromatic lavender and a hint of mint. This quickly evolves into an aquatic heart, evoking a light, watery freshness with green notes and a touch of warm spice from nutmeg and cardamom. The dry down is a fleeting whisper of musk and amber, with just a ghost of leather.

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