Calvin Klein 2004 EDT

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CK One Summer

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Calvin Klein CK One Summer is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2004. CK One Summer opens with Kiwi and Citrus, settles into a heart of Cactus, Blueberry, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk and Vetiver. Calvin Klein's CK One Summer carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper trip down memory lane for some, a zesty hit of '00s summer that screams gender-neutral fun. While a few found it a bit too boyish or like dish soap, most agree it's a refreshing slice of fruity citrus.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Playful
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
CK One Summer Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Baseas listed

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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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
Also Works:
Office

With its fresh, fruity profile, this is an ideal casual summer scent, perfect for sport or day-to-day wear. It's a bit too light and playful for formal settings or a romantic date, but its clean freshness suits an office environment if applied sparingly.

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

  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Exploding with a bright, juicy mix of kiwi and sharp citrus, this scent immediately shouts summer. As it settles, you get a clean, green white floral note from lily of the valley, intermingling with the slightly watery, unique cactus and a hint of sweet blueberry. The dry down is a simple, earthy vetiver and clean musk, keeping things fresh without getting heavy.

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