Calvin Klein 2023 Parfum

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Defy

by Pascal Gaurin

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Calvin Klein Defy is a Parfum launched in 2023, created by Pascal Gaurin. Defy opens with Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Lavender, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod. Calvin Klein's Defy carries a Favourite verdict, a cacao-led wear.

This Defy flanker is a surprisingly decent offering from CK, bafflingly overlooked and unfairly review-bombed. It’s got that crowd-pleasing lavender-cacao combo, meaning it leans sweet and clean without being dull. A solid, versatile everyday reach if you're after something pleasant and widely appealing.
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Relaxed
  • Cozy
  • Subtle
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Cacao
100%
Lavender
82%
Warm Spicy
72%
Soft Spicy
66%
Sweet
59%
Aromatic
51%

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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:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and generally inoffensive profile make it suitable for office and casual wear. While some find it sexy for dates, its lack of strong sillage limits its impact in more formal settings, and the cozy cacao notes aren't ideal for sport.

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About

Opens with a spark of pink pepper, swiftly softened by the aromatic, clean embrace of lavender. As it settles, a comforting, slightly gourmand cacao pod emerges, giving it a cozy sweetness that balances its initial freshness. It’s a smooth, well-blended scent that transitions gracefully.

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