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

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Calvin Klein· 1999· Eau de Toilette

Contradiction for Men

Name: Contradiction for Men by Calvin Klein
Brand: Calvin Klein
Rating: 6.6 (130 reviews)

6.6130Typically ~$51

Clary sage at first spray; sandalwood is what stays on skin.

FreshSpicyCitrusWoodySynthetic

Perfumer: Carlos Benaïm, Pierre Wargnye

Scent profile

Top notes

Clary sageLavenderMandarin orangeLemonLime

Heart notes

CorianderPepperCardamomNutmeg

Base notes

Sandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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Where

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Date

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Club

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Formal

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