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Secret Obsession

2008Men

woody up front, then fresh spicy, settling into white floral.

Secret Obsession by Calvin Klein is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women. Secret Obsession was launched in 2008. Secret Obsession was created by Givaudan, Ann Gottlieb and Calice Becker. Top notes are Nutmeg, Plum, Mace and Rose; middle notes are Tuberose, Jasmine, Orchid, Ylang-Ylang and Orange Blossom; base notes are…

woody fresh spicy white floral fruity

Noses: Ann Gottlieb · Calice Becker · Givaudan

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Nutmeg, Plum, Mace, Rose
Heart· 2–4h
Tuberose, Jasmine, Orchid, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom
Drydown· 6h+
Sandalwood, Amber, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla, Cedar, Wormwood, Orris

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

98%

81%

66%

64%

58%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall45%Winter37%Spring11%Summer7%Night62%Day38%Wears female46%

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 date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Calvin Klein picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Secret Obsession smell like?

woody up front, then fresh spicy, settling into white floral. Dominant accords: woody, fresh spicy, white floral.

What notes are in Secret Obsession?

Top: Nutmeg, Plum, Mace, Rose. Heart: Tuberose, Jasmine, Orchid, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom. Base: Sandalwood, Amber, Cashmere Wood, Vanilla, Cedar, Wormwood, Orris.

How long does Secret Obsession last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Secret Obsession loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Secret Obsession best for?

Fall is the top pick (45%). Winter is second at 37%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Secret Obsession?

Night wear leads at 62%. Day is a secondary pick at 38%.

Is Secret Obsession for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 46% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Secret Obsession?

Composed by Ann Gottlieb and Calice Becker and Givaudan. Released in 2008.