Crave
aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into citrus.
About
Crave by Calvin Klein is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men. Crave was launched in 2002. Crave was created by Yves Cassar, Pascal Gaurin and Jean-Marc Chaillan. Top notes are Bergamot and Starfish; middle notes are Basil, Pimento and Coriander; base notes are Birch, Vetiver, Musk, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Tonka Bean…
Noses: Jean-Marc Chaillan · Pascal Gaurin · Yves Cassar
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownDrydown· 6h+
Birch, Vetiver, Musk, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Crave smell like?
aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: aromatic, fresh spicy, citrus.
What notes are in Crave?
Top: Bergamot, Starfish. Heart: Basil, Pimento, Coriander. Base: Birch, Vetiver, Musk, Nutmeg, Oakmoss, Tonka Bean, Sandalwood.
How long does Crave last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Crave loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Crave best for?
Summer is the top pick (53%). Spring is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Crave?
Day wear leads at 83%. Night is a secondary pick at 17%.
Is Crave for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 38% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Crave?
Composed by Jean-Marc Chaillan and Pascal Gaurin and Yves Cassar. Released in 2002.
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