Calvin Klein
CK One Calvin Klein
Calvin Klein launched CK One in 1994, created by Alberto Morillas and Harry Fremont as a unisex fragrance. The opening is a bright burst of citrus, featuring lemon, bergamot, and mandarin orange, immediately lifted by fresh green notes. Pineapple and papaya add a subtle tropical fruitiness, while cardamom introduces a hint of clean spice. This vibrant start moves into a heart where a clean floral bouquet emerges, with lily-of-the-valley, jasmine, rose, and freesia providing a transparent sweetness. Violet and orris root contribute a soft, powdery texture, balanced by a touch of nutmeg. The base settles into a lasting freshness, with a prominent green accord and green tea note. Musk provides a clean, soft foundation, supported by cedar, sandalwood, and oakmoss, with a touch of amber adding warmth. The overall character is fresh, clean, and understated, making it suitable for casual wear in warm weather, particularly during the daytime.
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Accords
Note pyramid
Top
Heart
Base
Note photography: Ivar Leidus (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons
From the encyclopedia
- One of 200 Calvin Klein fragrances in the encyclopedia
OurScent readers
Performance
Longevity
weak
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Sillage
moderate
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Audience & value
Gender
unisex
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Price value
good value
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Where it works
Climate
hot humid and mediterranean
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Season
spring and summer
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How it lasts in our climate
Not enough reports yet on how CK One Calvin Klein lasts in our heat. If you have worn it, tell us — three taps.
OurScent’s verdict
Suits you if
- you want something fresh for summer heat
- you live somewhere hot and humid
- you want good value for money
May not suit you if
- you need it to last from morning to evening
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Who made it
With Harry Fremont
Questions about CK One
- Does CK One last in the heat?
- Our estimate from its composition, until enough readers vote: longevity “weak”, and it suits hot, humid weather and mild weather.
- Who is CK One for, and in which season?
- The house makes it for men and women. From its accords, we estimate it is best in spring and summer.
