Calvin Klein CK One Summer (Annual Release)
3.8
Overall
Accords
aquatic
citrus
fruity
woody
aromatic
Notes Pyramid
Top
Watery NotesGrapefruitLemon
Heart
RhubarbWatermelonEucalyptus
Base
PeachWhite WoodsAmbroxan
Community Verdict
Pros & Cons
- ✅ Fresh, uplifting. Has this “cleaning product” sort of tinge from the rhubarb, but still smells nice.
- ✅ Happy, joyful scent with true summer vibes - in a lovely bottle, too!
- ✅ Easy dumb reach or blind buy! Smells great opening until its gone, which is about 2 hours.
- ✅ Authentic, non-cloying citrus and aquatic profiles that truly capture the summer vibe.
- ✅ Perfectly captures its stated inspiration, whether it's a beach day or a desert oasis.
- ✅ True unisex appeal; effortlessly wearable for anyone.
- ✅ Excellent value for a limited-edition designer release, especially upon initial launch.
- ✅ Uplifting and mood-boosting qualities for everyday wear.
- ❌ Too synthetic even for a designer. Badly Blended.
- ❌ The Ambroxan in this ruins the entire scent. You can't even enjoy the top notes for a second.
- ❌ It has a slight cleaning product/hand sanitizer smell that quickly boils down to a super intense ambroxan.
- ❌ Longevity is average, as expected for a summer EDT, requiring reapplication for extended wear.
- ❌ Sillage can be quite subtle, making it more of a personal scent bubble.
- ❌ The linear nature of some editions may lack complex development for those who prefer an evolving fragrance.
- ❌ Occasionally, a few users perceive a 'bug spray' or 'window cleaner' note, though this is rare.
