Calvin Klein 2009 EDT

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CK Free

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux , Ellen Molner

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Calvin Klein CK Free is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2009, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux and Ellen Molner. CK Free opens with Star Anise, Juniper, Jackfruit, and Wormwood, settles into a heart of Suede, Buchu, Coffee, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Oak, Woody Notes, Cedar, and Patchouli. Calvin Klein's CK Free carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

CK Free is the ultimate cheap-and-cheerful skin scent. It might not last, but it's a fresh, inoffensive pick for casual wear, especially if you're keeping it close. Don't expect fireworks - just easy, understated everyday appeal.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Masculine
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CK Free Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its poor longevity and weak sillage make it ideal for situations where you don't want to overpower. It's a fantastic gym scent, an easy office choice due to its inoffensiveness, and perfect for casual wear where close-up freshness is all you need.

About

This clean, woody scent opens with an unusual burst of jackfruit and juniper berries, giving a fruity, almost juicy freshness. This quickly settles into a soft, aromatic heart where a subtle suede and tobacco note adds a gentle masculine edge. The dry down is a light, woody affair with hints of cedar and patchouli, maintaining its fresh, airy character throughout.

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