WS-CK-1986

Obsession for Men

1986Men

warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into amber.

Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Obsession for Men was launched in 1986. The nose behind this fragrance is Robert Slattery. Top notes are Cinnamon, Lavender, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Lime, Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Myrhh, Nutmeg, Carnation, Brazilian Rosewood, Pine Tree,…

warm spicy woody amber aromatic

Nose: Robert Slattery

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Cinnamon, Lavender, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Lime, Bergamot, Grapefruit
Heart· 2–4h
Myrhh, Nutmeg, Carnation, Brazilian Rosewood, Pine Tree, Sage, Jasmine, Red Berries
Drydown· 6h+
Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Patchouli, Vetiver

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

82%

72%

71%

65%

47%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Winter42%Fall39%Spring13%Summer6%Night64%Day36%Wears male50%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Obsession for Men smell like?

warm spicy up front, then woody, settling into amber. Dominant accords: warm spicy, woody, amber.

What notes are in Obsession for Men?

Top: Cinnamon, Lavender, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Lime, Bergamot, Grapefruit. Heart: Myrhh, Nutmeg, Carnation, Brazilian Rosewood, Pine Tree, Sage, Jasmine, Red Berries. Base: Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Patchouli, Vetiver.

How long does Obsession for Men last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Obsession for Men loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Obsession for Men best for?

Winter is the top pick (42%). Fall is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Obsession for Men?

Night wear leads at 64%. Day is a secondary pick at 36%.

Is Obsession for Men for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 50% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Obsession for Men?

Composed by Robert Slattery. Released in 1986.