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Calvin Klein Obsession for Men vs Gucci Envy for Men
Envy for Men for the community favourite, Obsession for Men for the value.
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Notes
Top
CinnamonLavenderCorianderMandarin OrangeLimeBergamotGrapefruit
Heart
MyrhhNutmegCarnationBrazilian RosewoodPine TreeSageJasmineRed Berries
Base
AmberVanillaSandalwoodMuskPatchouliVetiver
Accords
Warm spicy
100%
Woody
87%
Amber
80%
Aromatic
80%
Cinnamon
75%
Powdery
63%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
winterfallspring
About
Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Obsession for Men was launched in 1986. The nose behind this fragrance is Robert Slattery. Top notes are Cinnamon, Lavender, Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Lime, Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Myrhh, Nutmeg, Carnation, Brazilian Rosewood, Pine Tree, Sage, Jasmine and Red Berries; base notes are Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Patchouli and Vetiver. A fresh citrus explosion at the top notes (tangerine, grapefruit, lime and bergamot) is harmonized with a floral sharpness of lavender, nut, spiced notes of coriander and warm cinnamon. Carnation (along with jasmine, rose tree and pine) is restrained with warm patchouli, sandalwood, vetiver, benzoin, vanilla and amber. Subtle aroma of red berries enforces the structure, adding sensuousness and characteristic to the perfume. The creator of this fragrance is Bob Slattery, and the bottle designer is Pierre Dinand. Obsession for Men was launched in 1986, a year after the female version. This fragrance pair belongs to one of the most popular ones in the 80s. In 2005, their nighttime heir was presented: Obsession Night. Obsession for Men is the 1987 FiFi award winner. See the article about Calvin Klein on fragrantica.
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Notes
Top
GingerLavenderCardamomPepperMahoganyCorianderMandarin Orange
Heart
SandalwoodCedarCarnationJasmineRose
Base
IncenseTobaccoVanillaAmberVetiverPatchouliLeatherMusk
Accords
Woody
100%
Warm spicy
84%
Aromatic
75%
Fresh spicy
75%
Amber
69%
Smoky
55%
Performance
LongevityLong lasting
SillageModerate
Best Seasons
fallwinterspring
About
Envy for Men by Gucci is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Envy for Men was launched in 1998. The nose behind this fragrance is Daniela Andrier. Top notes are Ginger, Lavender, Cardamom, Pepper, Mahogany, Coriander and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Sandalwood, Cedar, Carnation, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Incense, Tobacco, Vanilla, Amber, Vetiver, Patchouli, Leather and Musk. A classic fragrance from Gucci, created for those who love warm, woody scents. Its spicy, but fresh top notes include mandarine, coriander, pepper, rosewood, ginger and lavender. The heart is composed of floral bouquet made of rose and jasmine, spiced up with some carnation and warm woody nuances of sandalwood and cedarwood.
Notes in Common
37% sharedShared (11)
LavenderCorianderMandarin OrangeCarnationJasmineAmberVanillaSandalwoodMuskPatchouliVetiver
Only in Obsession for Men
CinnamonLimeBergamotGrapefruitMyrhhNutmegBrazilian RosewoodPine TreeSageRed Berries
Only in Envy for Men
GingerCardamomPepperMahoganyCedarRoseIncenseTobaccoLeather
Rating
3.85vs4.45
Ratings
6,675vs2,892
Concentration
EDPvsEDP
Launch Year
1986vs1998
Which should I buy?
Envy for Men for the community favourite, Obsession for Men for the value.
- Envy for Men is rated higher by the community: 4.45 from 2,892 ratings, against 3.85 from 6,675.
- Longevity votes for both lean "long lasting".
- Sillage is comparable: "moderate" is the most common vote for both.
- Both are voted best for winter and fall.
- Gucci is a premium house (typically $100–250), while Calvin Klein is mid-range (typically $40–100).
Buy Envy for Men if you want the higher-rated option and the budget allows; buy Obsession for Men if value for money matters most.