RumOpens with
CognacHeart
Agarwood (Oud)Dries down to
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Calvin Klein · Sold as masculine
Encounter
The hum of an intimate dinner party where the warmth of spices meets the rich notes of rum and wood, creating a captivating atmosphere.
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EncounterMid-range · $40–100
46%Similar accords, often for lessTaaj Al Raas Oudh Blend · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Encounter by Calvin Klein was launched in 2012 and crafted by perfumers Honorine Blanc and Pierre Negrin. This fragrance combines warm, spicy notes with woody undertones, creating a complex and intriguing composition. The rum and oud notes add depth, while the mandarin orange and cognac provide a bright contrast. A heart of jasmine and patchouli balances the blend, ensuring that Encounter is both engaging and sophisticated.
Apply Encounter in layers to fully appreciate its evolving nuances. The spicy top notes are vibrant but fleeting, so a second application after an hour will enhance the woody base as it unfolds.
Fig. 01 — Encounter, Calvin Klein
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Honorine Blanc
The quiet revolutionaryHonorine Blanc is a perfumer at Firmenich who has quickly established herself as one of the most talented noses of the newer generation.
Co-created with Pierre Negrin
The Encounter line
2 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Calvin Klein
More from the house · founded 1968 · United States
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The originalEncounterCalvin Klein · Mid-range · $40–100Ajmal · 2016Taaj Al Raas Oudh BlendShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.14 (7)
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 18%, disliked or hated by 28%.