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Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense fragrance
Calvin Klein

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense

EDP Feminine · 2018 · by Honorine Blanc, Annick Menardo
6.8 /10

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense scores 7/10 for longevity and performs best in Cold conditions.

Best in Cold 7/10 longevity
From USD 45–75From EUR 40–66From GBP 34–56From PKR 14,000–19,000From AED 180–250From INR 4,347–7,246From SAR 169–281
7 Longevity
6 Sillage
7 Versatility
8 Value
5.6 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Vanilla Amber Lavender Aromatic
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Elemi2Mandarin O…3Pink PepperHEART NOTES30–120 min1Lavender2Sage3Violet LeafBASE NOTES2h+1Black Vani…2Amber3Labdanum
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileVanillaAmberLavenderAromaticBalsamicACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Evening Date Night Winter
Seasons
Fall Winter

Climate Performance

Avg 5.6 / 10
Extreme Heat
2/10
Poor
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
3/10
Poor
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
6/10
Good
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
8/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
9/10
Excellent
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

A gender-bending twist introducing a heavy dose of aromatic lavender into a deep, dark vanilla base.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Rich vanilla base performs exceptionally well in dry Western winters.

How It Compares

Versus Guerlain Mon Guerlain

The Controversy

Flew under the radar compared to the massive marketing push of the original Obsessed line.

Is Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense Worth Buying?

The short answer: yes, with context. Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense is an EDP from Calvin Klein that earns its reputation through wide appeal and a Vanilla, Amber, Lavender, Aromatic, Balsamic character that is hard to argue with. The longer answer is what this review provides — climate scores across five zones, longevity data, multi-currency pricing, and honest comparison against the alternatives.

A gender-bending twist introducing a heavy dose of aromatic lavender into a deep, dark vanilla base.

How Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense Smells: Notes & Development

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense opens with Elemi, Mandarin Orange and Pink Pepper — the first impression as it hits the skin. As the opening settles, the composition pivots to its heart of Lavender, Sage and Violet Leaf. Hours in, what remains is the foundation: Black Vanilla Husk, Amber and Labdanum.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Vanilla, Amber, Lavender, Aromatic, Balsamic — easy to place and easy to wear.

Longevity & Projection: Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense on the Clock

Longevity (7/10): Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (6/10): Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense projects at a social distance, noticeable without overwhelming. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (7/10): Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense is context-aware, performing well across a range of situations without feeling mismatched. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (8/10): At around $45, Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense delivers significantly more than its price tag suggests — one of the better value propositions in its category.

How Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense does best in cold (Murree, New York) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast. The number to watch is extreme heat (Riyadh, Phoenix) at 2/10, where you are better off reaching for something else.

Rich vanilla base performs exceptionally well in dry Western winters.

It is built on Mandarin Orange and Lavender, and those are exactly what heat strips out first — which is why it reads best in cooler air.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Occasions & When to Wear

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense is best suited to Evening, Date Night, Winter. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense performs best in Fall, Winter. The climate data supports this range, though performance at the extremes — deep cold or intense heat — may vary.

Versus Guerlain Mon Guerlain

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense Price Guide

Internationally, Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense sits at $45–$75. That is a genuinely accessible price point — a bottle that can be worn daily and repurchased without ceremony.

Regional pricing: PKR 14,000–19,000 in Pakistan, AED 180–250 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Macy's, Ulta Beauty, FragranceNet. GCC/UAE: Sephora GCC, Faces. Pakistan: Scentsation, Naheed, Alpha.

Verdict

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 6.6/10 puts Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Flew under the radar compared to the massive marketing push of the original Obsessed line.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense last?

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense worth the price?

At around $45, Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense by Calvin Klein is an excellent value for its price category. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense smell like?

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense is characterised by Vanilla, Amber, Lavender, Aromatic, Balsamic accords. Opening with Elemi and Mandarin Orange, the heart revolves around Lavender and Sage, settling into a base of Black Vanilla Husk and Amber.

Is Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense good for hot or humid weather?

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense was not designed for extreme heat (score: 3/10). In genuinely hot climates, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

Is Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense for men or women?

Calvin Klein Obsessed for Women Intense is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.