Calvin Klein 2021 EDT

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CK One Summer 2021

by Clément Gavarry

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Calvin Klein CK One Summer 2021 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Clément Gavarry. CK One Summer 2021 opens with Lemon, Grapefruit, and Rain, settles into a heart of Rhubarb, Watermelon, and Eucalyptus, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Ambroxan, and Peach. Calvin Klein's CK One Summer 2021 carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This is a divisive summer scent. For some, it's a juicy, fresh aquatic escape; for others, a screechy, synthetic mess that triggers headaches. If you love a bargain and easy-going summer vibes, it could be a winner - but sample first, as that ambroxan is a real point of contention.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Playful
  • Modern
CK One Summer 2021 Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rain41%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes32%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport

Its short longevity and intimate sillage make it suitable for casual wear or sport rather than formal settings. While clean, some find the synthetic notes too casual for an office environment, and its playful nature isn't ideal for all dates.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon

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

Imagine diving into a cool, clear pool, then biting into a ripe, juicy watermelon. Initial splashes of bright grapefruit and zesty lemon mingle with refreshing rainwater. As it dries, the unconventional tang of rhubarb and invigorating eucalyptus emerge, underpinned by soft peach and a clean, woody-amber base of ambroxan. It’s a modern, vibrant take on a summer classic.

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