WasabiOpens with
PebblesHeart
VetiverDries down to
Pascal GaurinThe nose · 62 fragrances · also made Plum in Cognac (2020)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Calvin Klein · Sold as unisex
CK2
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives — where the sharpness of wasabi meets the calming earthiness of vetiver.
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CK2Mid-range · $40–100
35%Similar accords, often for less(Leather Fever) · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 by Calvin Klein and crafted by Pascal Gaurin, CK2 is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that embodies the brand's signature minimalism and lasting style. The composition opens with a vibrant burst of wasabi and mandarin orange, which contrast beautifully against the more subdued floral notes like peony and rose. As it settles into its base, CK2 reveals a rich blend of vetiver, white musk, incense, and sandalwood, creating an intriguing blend of freshness and depth.
CK2's fresh spicy opening dissipates within an hour, so apply a generous amount for the initial impact. Once it settles into its woody base notes, the fragrance reads better close to skin rather than across a room. Ideal for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves subtly throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — CK2, Calvin Klein
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Pascal Gaurin
A tailor's eye for detailPascal Gaurin's childhood fascination with smelling everything from food to furniture connected him to his great-grandfather, a bronze sculptor, and later to a tailor who taught him an appreciation for fine materials.
Designer Calvin Klein
More from the house · founded 1968 · United States
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 17%.