Calvin Klein 2008 EDP

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Secret Obsession

by Ann Gottlieb , Calice Becker

Composed by Givaudan

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Calvin Klein Secret Obsession is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Ann Gottlieb and Calice Becker. Secret Obsession opens with Mace, Rose, Nutmeg, and Plum, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Tuberose, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Calvin Klein's Secret Obsession carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a proper Marmite scent, isn't it? People either adore its spicy-woody warmth or wrinkle their nose at what they perceive as boozy, dusty plum. Not a safe blind buy, but if it clicks, it's a surprising gem.
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Secret Obsession Eau de Parfum 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent spicy and woody notes, with moderate to strong sillage, make it a bit much for the office. However, its complex, warm character lends itself beautifully to dates and more formal evening events, often described as 'sexy' and 'seductive'.

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

Other declarable allergens

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

Secret Obsession kicks off with a bold, almost boozy plum and a punch of fresh nutmeg and mace, immediately setting a rich, spicy tone. As it settles, a heady bouquet of white florals-tuberose, jasmine, and ylang-ylang-emerges, softened by sweet orchid and orange blossom. The dry-down sinks into a luxurious, warm embrace of cashmere wood, creamy sandalwood, and amber, grounded by earthy orris and a hint of intriguing wormwood, leaving a lasting impression of sophisticated warmth.

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