WS-CK-1985

Obsession

1985Men

amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into woody.

Obsession by Calvin Klein is a Oriental Spicy fragrance for women. Obsession was launched in 1985. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean Guichard. Top notes are Vanilla, Basil, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Green Notes, Peach and Lemon; middle notes are Spices, Sandalwood, Coriander, Oakmoss, Cedar, Orange Blossom, Jasmine and Rose;…

amber warm spicy woody powdery

Nose: Jean Guichard

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Vanilla, Basil, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Green Notes, Peach, Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Spices, Sandalwood, Coriander, Oakmoss, Cedar, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rose
Drydown· 6h+
Amber, Incense, Vanilla, Civet, Musk, Vetiver

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

75%

72%

64%

51%

48%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Winter43%Fall41%Spring9%Summer7%Night66%Day34%Wears unisex48%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
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 answers

What does Obsession smell like?

amber up front, then warm spicy, settling into woody. Dominant accords: amber, warm spicy, woody.

What notes are in Obsession?

Top: Vanilla, Basil, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Green Notes, Peach, Lemon. Heart: Spices, Sandalwood, Coriander, Oakmoss, Cedar, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Amber, Incense, Vanilla, Civet, Musk, Vetiver.

How long does Obsession last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Obsession loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Obsession best for?

Winter is the top pick (43%). Fall is second at 41%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Obsession?

Night wear leads at 66%. Day is a secondary pick at 34%.

Is Obsession for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 48% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Obsession?

Composed by Jean Guichard. Released in 1985.