Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Vanilla
100%
Aromatic
93%
Woody
74%
Musky
65%
Powdery
64%
Amber
64%
Fruity
62%
Leather
62%
Fresh Spicy
59%
Sweet
55%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Vanilla, Aromatic, and Woody) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Vanilla, Aromatic, Woody, and Musky among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Vanilla, Aromatic, Woody, and Musky among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Dark ObsessionbyCalvin Kleinis a Amber Woody fragrance for men.Dark Obsessionwas launched in 2013. Top notes are Guarana, Wormwood and Green Mandarin; middle notes are Balsam Fir, Clary Sage and Vetiver; base notes are Madagascar Vanilla, Suede and Labdanum.Calvin Klein launched the famous feminine perfume Obsession in 1985. This perfume marked the decade. The first men's version, Obsession for Men, was introduced a year after the original. Other editions include feminine Obsession Sheer from 2002, Obsession Night for women and for men from 2005 and Secret Obsession for women from 2008. Calvin Klein presents Dark Obsession, a new masculine addition to the collection, in early 2013.Dark, opulent and addictive, the new Dark Obsession fragrance is described as powerfully masculine and intensely sensual. The composition is a modern aromatic-oriental. It begins with bitter notes of Brazilian green mandarin, guarana and absinthe. Woody and aromatic tones of French clary sage, fir resin and white vetiver form the heart. The base is extremely warm due to Madagascar vanilla bean, suede and labdanum.The face of the perfume is model Matthew Terry. The fragrance is available as 75 and 120 ml Eau de Toilette, as well as body spray.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Dark Obsession office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.