Calvin Klein 2016 EDT

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CK One Gold

by Pascal Gaurin , Bruno Jovanovic

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Calvin Klein CK One Gold is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016, created by Pascal Gaurin and Bruno Jovanovic. CK One Gold opens with Bergamot, Fig, and Sage, settles into a heart of Neroli, Jasmine, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, and Guaiac Wood. Calvin Klein's CK One Gold carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

CK One Gold is an easygoing, sparkling twist on the classic, blending juicy fig and zesty citrus with a mellow woody base. Simply put: sunshine in a bottle for the young at heart.
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  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Confident
  • Clean
  • Modern
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CK One Gold 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

The juicy fig, citrus, and herbal top with fresh woody base make this best for spring and summer, where its lightness and energy shine. Its moderate warmth and woodiness also allow for some fall versatility, but it lacks the depth for cold winter days.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

CK One Gold's fresh, unobtrusive profile and moderate projection suit casual, office, and sporty contexts. Its playful fruity and floral elements make it lively for day-to-day wear, but it is not quite rich or elegant enough for formal occasions.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

CK One Gold opens with a burst of succulent fig and luminous bergamot, instantly evoking a sense of sunlit optimism. Herbal sage and a radiant heart of neroli, jasmine, and violet lend a playful, dewy freshness, while the base of creamy guaiac wood, clean vetiver, and subtle patchouli brings a smooth woody warmth. The overall impression is bright, modern, and effortlessly unisex, perfect for those who love a light yet memorable scent that feels like liquid gold on the skin.

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