Calvin-Klein

Obsession

for women

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Obsession

Fragrance notes

How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).

Amber 100%
Warm Spicy 82%
Woody 80%
Powdery 75%
Aromatic 66%
Musky 64%
Animalic 59%
Vanilla 57%
Smoky 57%
Balsamic 55%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Amber, Warm Spicy, and Woody) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody, and Powdery 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 Amber, Warm Spicy, Woody, and Powdery 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

ObsessionbyCalvin Kleinis a Amber Spicy fragrance for women.Obsessionwas 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; base notes are Amber, Incense, Vanilla, Civet, Musk and Vetiver.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is 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.