21
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Obsession for Men
masculine
Created by Robert Slattery
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 the fragrance community.
Fragrance Notes
Best Season
100%
Win
31%
Spr
14%
Sum
94%
Fall
Day & Night
52%
Day
92%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
6,181 votes
3.86
Love it
1.9k31%
Like it
2.7k44%
OK
5038%
Dislike
89915%
Hate it
1793%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 74 community opinions from Reddit
7.5
/ 10 community score
The r/fragrance community views Obsession for Men as a genuine classic with a unique spicy-cinnamon profile that differentiates it from typical colognes. While some appreciate its timeless relevance and broad appeal, others consider it dated, though this hasn't diminished its appeal among loyal wearers who prioritize personal preference over trends.
Strengths
- Distinctive spicy-cinnamon scent that stands out from typical colognes
- Classic, timeless fragrance with longevity and good projection
- Appeals across genders and age groups with broad appeal
- Affordable and readily available at good prices
Weaknesses
- Can be overpowering if applied too heavily
- Somewhat dated aesthetic, though some see this as retro appeal
- Has been discontinued or facing stock issues
- Divisive opinions with some viewing it as past its prime
Best for
Casual everyday wearCool/rainy weatherDate night or romantic occasionsRetro/90s aesthetic enthusiasts
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
