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

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Calvin Klein· 1997· Parfum

Contradiction

Name: Contradiction by Calvin Klein
Brand: Calvin Klein
Rating: 7.48 (2579 reviews)

7.52.6KTypically ~$75

Opens on peony, settles into a tonka bean-spicy base. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

SpicySweetFruityFloralCreamy

Perfumer: Ann Gottlieb

Scent profile

Top notes

PeonyLilyLily of the valleyOrchidRoseMock-orange

Heart notes

EucalyptusJasmineBlackberryLilacPear

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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Base notes

Tonka beanSandalwoodMusk

When to wear it

A spring fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

75%

Spring

100%

Summer

89%

Fall

88%

Day

100%

Night

88%

Where

Office

78%

Casual

100%

Date

95%

Club

64%

Formal

73%

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Sport

43%