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Calvin Klein

Calvin Klein Ck Man. Men

Scent Depot Intelligence™

Scent Depot Score™

6.3/10

Good

Worth consideringA clean woody‑spicy built around citrus, violet leaf and rosemary that quickly moves to a mint‑and‑incense heart, drying down to guaiac/sandalwood/cypress with soft amber‑musk. Expect moderate longevity and soft‑to‑moderate sillage suitable for office and daily wear.

More Information

Key strengths

Polished, office‑friendly profile with a distinctive mint–incense heart.
Versatile across seasons, especially spring and fall.
Often strong value at discounters relative to quality.
Sleek presentation; bottle design credited to Fabien Baron.

Things to know

You need loud projection or all‑day endurance without reapplying.
You dislike mint or violet‑leaf nuances in masculine woods.
You want something avant‑garde rather than mainstream/tame.
Availability matters to you if production is limited/discontinued in your market.

What to expect

A clean woody‑spicy built around citrus, violet leaf and rosemary that quickly moves to a mint‑and‑incense heart, drying down to guaiac/sandalwood/cypress with soft amber‑musk. Expect moderate longevity and soft‑to‑moderate sillage suitable for office and daily wear.

Important information

The score is decision guidance designed to support comparison. Individual fragrance experience and preference may vary.

Research confidence82%

How Is the Scent Depot Score™ Built?

Scent Intelligence Profile

Scent Depot Intelligence Breakdown

CharacterHow the fragrance feels5.8/10

Why it matters

character balance is Very Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

PerformanceHow it wears5.1/10

Why it matters

performance longevity is Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

Best ForWhere it fits best6.5/10

Why it matters

best for versatility is Very Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

Ideal CustomerWho it suits5.2/10

Why it matters

Safe, office‑appropriate and labeled a ‘safe blind buy’ by users; wears easily without requiring high swagger or edge.

Buying IntelligencePurchase confidence6.2/10

Why it matters

buying guide collection worthiness is Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

What to expect

The Scent Intelligence Profile shows how the fragrance balances personality, performance, versatility, and customer fit. Each dimension contributes to the overall Scent Depot Score™.

Important information

The Scent Intelligence Profile explains the evaluation dimensions behind the Scent Depot Score™. Individual category scores highlight strengths and considerations that influence the overall recommendation.

What Does It Smell Like?

Accord Profile

Accord breakdown

Woodyguaiac/sandalwood/cypress core28%

Customer interpretation

Dominant dry‑down built on guaiac wood, sandalwood and cypress forms the backbone.

Greenviolet/bay/cypress greens18%

Customer interpretation

Violet leaf and bay leaf impart crisp, leafy greenness from opening into the heart.

Spicynutmeg warmth15%

Customer interpretation

Nutmeg brings gentle spice that reads masculine without heaviness.

Citrus-freshbergamot/mandarin lift12%

Customer interpretation

Bright citrus top adds freshness and initial sparkle.

Aromatic-herbalrosemary facet10%

Customer interpretation

Rosemary supplies aromatic lift and slight camphorated edge.

Mintycool mint accent7%

Customer interpretation

Mint note cools the heart and pairs with incense per editorial review.

Incense-smokysubdued incense6%

Customer interpretation

A restrained, unburned incense nuance shades the heart and dry‑down.

Amber/musksoft warmth4%

Customer interpretation

Amber and musk smooth and warm the base without heaviness.

What to expect

Important information

Percentages show relative accord expression, not chemical composition.

What Does It Smell Like?

Scent Notes Pyramid

Top notes

Violet leafMandarin orange+2 more

Heart notes

Bay leafNutmegIncenseMint

Base notes

CypressSandalwoodGuaiac woodMuskAmber

Scent Notes Breakdown

Top Notes

The first impression after application. These appear immediately.Violet leafMandarin orangeRosemaryBergamot

Heart Notes

The main personality of the fragrance that emerges after the opening settles.Bay leafNutmegIncenseMint

Base Notes

The lasting foundation that influences dry-down and scent trail.CypressSandalwoodGuaiac woodMuskAmber

What to expect

This fragrance evolves from its opening notes into a richer heart and lasting foundation. The pyramid shows how the scent develops throughout wear.

Important information

Fragrance notes are commonly organized by how they develop during wear. Individual experiences may vary based on skin chemistry, environment, and application.

What Personality Does It Have?

Character Profile

Character
Profile Balance7.5 Smoothness6.9 Complexity5.0 Originality7.2 Evolution5.5

Character Breakdown

BalanceHarmony between the fragrance's main facets7.5/10

Customer interpretation

character balance is Very Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

SmoothnessHow seamlessly the composition wears6.9/10

Customer interpretation

character smoothness is Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

ComplexityLayering and depth in the composition5.0/10

Customer interpretation

Straightforward woody‑spicy with green/mint accents; reviewers often call it linear/average in complexity despite a distinct mint–incense heart.

OriginalityDistinctiveness within its fragrance category7.2/10

Customer interpretation

character originality is Very Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

EvolutionHow the fragrance changes through wear5.5/10

Customer interpretation

Discernible evolution from citrus–aromatic to mint–incense to woody amber, but several users report relatively linear wear.

What to expect

The Character Profile shows the personality of the fragrance — how balanced, layered, distinctive, and refined it feels throughout the wearing experience.

Important information

Character scores describe fragrance personality and composition style. They do not measure performance, popularity, or personal preference.

How Does It Perform?

Performance Signature

Performance Signature Breakdown

ConsistencyObserved reliability across wear reports4.5/10

Customer interpretation

Range from very poor (~1–2 h) to moderate (4–5 h, occasionally longer), indicating uneven real‑world performance across wearers and settings; Parfumo’s averaged longevity (6.1/10) and sillage (5.8/10) further reflect mid‑pack but not reliably strong behavior.

LongevityExpected duration during wear6.1/10

Customer interpretation

performance longevity is Good under the frozen governed evaluation.

PresenceNoticeability around the wearer5.0/10

Customer interpretation

Overall footprint perceived as subtle/office‑appropriate rather than room‑filling per editorial and community consensus.

ProjectionHow far the fragrance radiates4.3/10

Customer interpretation

performance projection is Below Average under the frozen governed evaluation.

SillageThe scent trail left behind3.8/10

Customer interpretation

performance sillage is Poor under the frozen governed evaluation.

What to expect

This profile shows how the fragrance projects, lasts, and develops during wear.

Important information

Performance experiences may vary based on skin chemistry, environment, application amount, and individual perception.

When Should I Wear It?

Occasion Fit

Occasion Breakdown

Office/Businesspolite professional7.8/10

Customer interpretation

Repeatedly praised as a great office scent with clean, non‑intrusive presence.

Casual Dayeasy daily wear7.0/10

Customer interpretation

It as an everyday, comfortable masculine.

Date/Close Contactsubtle intimate5.8/10

Customer interpretation

Soft sillage and smooth woods read approachable rather than loud.

Evening Outquiet night wear6.0/10

Customer interpretation

Some report better fit in night/autumn due to warmer base despite modest projection.

Formalsmart‑casual formal7.2/10

Customer interpretation

Sleek, well‑pressed character suits tailored settings without being ostentatious.

What to expect

Occasion Fit identifies the situations and activities where this fragrance is most naturally suited, including its strongest settings and practical limitations.

Important information

Occasion recommendations reflect fragrance character, documented performance, and wear context. Personal preference, environment, and application style may influence individual experiences.

When Should I Wear It?

Season Profile

Season Breakdown

Springgreen‑aromatic8.5/10

Customer interpretation

Green herbs/citrus with moderate woods align to mild spring weather per retailer guidance on seasonal fit.

Summerfresh‑woody6.0/10

Customer interpretation

Fresh top and mint suit warm days; softer sillage prevents overpowering heat.

Fallwoody‑spicy8.0/10

Customer interpretation

Nutmeg/woods and incense warmth complement cooler autumn air; several users prefer it in fall.

Wintersoft‑woody5.0/10

Customer interpretation

Warm base helps indoors, but restrained projection keeps it moderate for cold outdoors.

What to expect

Season Profile explains when this fragrance performs most naturally based on its character, climate compatibility, density, and documented wear performance.

Important information

Season recommendations describe compatibility rather than fixed rules. Climate, skin chemistry, application style, and personal preference may influence individual experiences.

Who Is This Best For?Audience Fit Profile

Audience Fit Ranking Ladder

Style matchModerate Match7.0

Personality matchModerate Match6.5

Confidence levelLimited Match3.0

Experience levelLimited Match2.5

Lifestyle compatibilityModerate Match7.0

Audience Fit Breakdown

Style matchModerate Match · Why this audience matches7.0/10

Why it fits

Community usage cues point to a clean, understated, ‘gentleman’/barbershop‑leaning woody‑spicy style that works for office, church, and casual dates rather than fashion‑forward or flashy looks.

Personality matchModerate Match · Why this audience matches6.5/10

Why it fits

Described as quiet, calming, and not in‑your‑face, it tends to complement understated, approachable personalities more than bold, attention‑seeking ones.

Confidence levelLimited Match · Why this audience matches3.0/10

Why it fits

Safe, office‑appropriate and labeled a ‘safe blind buy’ by users; wears easily without requiring high swagger or edge.

Experience levelLimited Match · Why this audience matches2.5/10

Why it fits

Feedback includes suitability for young/new wearers and ‘good all‑around anytime’ usage, indicating beginner‑friendly handling and simple wear mechanics.

Lifestyle compatibilityModerate Match · Why this audience matches7.0/10

Why it fits

Reports of success in office, church, and low‑key date contexts plus close‑encounter performance suit mainstream work‑and‑study routines over clubbing or high‑energy nightlife.

What to expect

Audience Fit Profile shows the approved customer groups most likely to appreciate this fragrance, using product-specific fit intelligence.

Important information

Audience fit describes compatibility, not certainty. Personal taste, skin chemistry, climate, and wearing style can change the experience.

Should I Buy It?

Buying Decision

Overall Intelligence Score

Good

Uniqueness

Very good

Versatility

Very good

Signature Potential

Good

Blind Buy

Good

Value

Very good

Giftability

Selective

Collection Worthiness

Good

What to expect

A restrained, well‑made woody‑spicy that excels as a subtle daily or office scent. Choose it for its clean green‑woody character and value, provided you’re comfortable with moderate performance and a low‑key aura.

Best for✓ Polished, office‑friendly profile with a distinctive mint–incense heart.✓ Versatile across seasons, especially spring and fall.✓ Often strong value at discounters relative to quality.

Consider if• You need loud projection or all‑day endurance without reapplying.• You dislike mint or violet‑leaf nuances in masculine woods.• You want something avant‑garde rather than mainstream/tame.

What this means for you

Worth considering

Scent Depot Intelligence™

How Scent Depot Intelligence™ Works

Our recommendation is built from official fragrance information, recurring community patterns, editorial analysis, and normalized scoring across performance, character, versatility, appeal, and available evidence.

Evidence collection

We combine official note structures and product information with consistent patterns observed across established fragrance communities.

Metric scoring

Longevity, projection, versatility, appeal, signature, and DNA signals are converted into comparable intelligence scores.

Confidence model

Research confidence reflects the amount, quality, consistency, and agreement of the available evidence.

Decision synthesis

The final verdict combines the strongest buying signals while preserving limitations and areas of uncertainty.

Scent remains subjective. Skin chemistry, climate, application, and personal preference can change the experience.

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