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Calvin by Calvin Klein — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Calvin Klein· 1981· After Shave

Calvin

Name: Calvin by Calvin Klein
Brand: Calvin Klein
Rating: 9 (248 reviews)

9.0248Typically ~$36

Mostly mugwort and bergamot, warmed by oakmoss. Suits daily wear in summer.

Perfumer: IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances)

Scent profile

Top notes

MugwortBergamotChamomileLemonMandarin orangeNeroli

Heart notes

VervainCinnamon leafGeraniumOrange blossomTarragon

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

Musk for Men

Avon · 1982

7.677~$12

Eclipse

Base notes

OakmossMuskPatchouliSandalwoodVetiver

When to wear it

A summer and spring fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

SummerDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

63%

Spring

99%

Summer

100%

Fall

83%

Day

100%

Night

61%

Where

Office

98%

Casual

100%

Date

77%

Club

48%

Formal

82%

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Sport

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