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Calvin Klein · Sold as feminine
Obsession Summer
The late afternoon by a city rooftop pool, where the sun's heat begins to soften and the air fills with a mix of citrus freshness and woody earthiness.
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Obsession SummerMid-range · $40–100
58%Similar accords, often for lessSamia · RasasiBudget tier, under $40 · shares floral notes, bergamot and woody notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016, Obsession Summer by Calvin Klein is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance that embodies the essence of summer's transitional hours. The composition opens with fresh citrus and aromatic notes, giving way to a heart of floral and powdery accords before settling into a warm base of musky and woody elements, including patchouli. This fragrance captures the spirit of Calvin Klein’s classic style — minimalistic yet impactful.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points — the fresh top notes will last about an hour before giving way to the deeper musky and woody base. This fragrance is best suited for daytime wear, where its moderate sillage allows it to be both noticeable yet subtle.
Fig. 01 — Obsession Summer, Calvin Klein
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René Morgenthaler
From Geneva apprentice to Chief PerfumerRené Morgenthaler began his career with an apprenticeship in chemistry at Givaudan in his native Geneva, earning a place at the newly established Givaudan Perfumery School.
The Obsession line
7 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Calvin Klein
More from the house · founded 1968 · United States
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The originalObsession SummerCalvin Klein · Mid-range · $40–100RasasiSamiaShares Floral notes, Bergamot and Woody notesunder $40★ 3.75 (12)
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